"Ravine" Questions

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6 questions
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Review lines 38-65. In your own words, describe what Vinny knows about the dead boy. Explain his thoughts and feelings about this past event.

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Review lines 71-100. What are some examples of language the author uses to describe the setting? Why is the setting important to the story?

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Reread lines 110-132 and think about what the author wants us to understand about Vinny. What words would you use to describe Vinny's character traits?

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Before jumping, the characters perform certain rituals. Reread lines 163-206 to review how they prepare to jump. What inferences can you make about the characters' feelings and their reasons for these rituals?

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Consider Vinny's feelings and actions throughout the story. How is Vinny different by the end of the story? How is he the same?

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Review the story's ending in lines 319-339 and examine the descriptions the author provides. Do you think the ending makes the story more powerful? Why or why not?