A Wrinkle in Time, Chapters 1, Grades 6

As you begin reading 'A Wrinkle in Time,' pay close attention to the characters and the setting introduced in Chapter 1. Think about how these elements start to build the world of the story and how the characters feel about their situations. This assignment will help you dive deeper into the beginning of Meg's journey.

Describe the setting of the story as introduced in Chapter 1. What details make it unique?

Meg is introduced in the first chapter. How would you describe her based on what you've read? Use specific examples from the text.

The concept of a 'tesseract' is mentioned in Chapter 1. Based on the context, what do you think it means?

How does the weather contribute to the mood at the beginning of the story? Cite specific descriptions from the text.

Consider the characters introduced in Chapter 1. How do their interactions and dialogue help you understand their relationships with each other? Provide examples.