Wonder questions pages 217-234; reading pages 236-248

Today you began by completing the vocabulary and questions for pages 217-234:

Vocabulary:

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Questions:

1. Why are Via and her mom shocked when August calls them liars?  What were they lying about?
2. Find the hyperbole on pages 222.
3. The loss of a pet is hard for anyone.  Why might it be particularly hard for August?
4. How has Daisy's death put things in perspective for the family?
5. What do we learn about Miranda's family? ("Understudy")
6. What excuse does Miranda give for not performing in the play?  Who takes her place?
7. Why do you think August started to feel weird after the show?

HOMEWORK:

Read pages 236-248