This chapter takes place at Sam W. Westing's will. We had found out that he was murdered by one of the characters. The Mistake. We found out that Grace Wexler is.
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Ellen Raskin. Student Study Guide. Answer all questions in sentence form. Chapter One- -Sunset Towers. What was unusual about Sunset Towers.
Why was the delivery boy described as uncommon looking. What was unusual about Barney Northrup? What did Barney Northrup say that caused Jake to wonder? Where was Sydelle Pulaski directing a suspicious stare? How did Barney finally convince Sydelle Pulaski to take the apartment?
Explain why Barney Northrup could be described as a very good salesman? List the various types of people that would be the new tenants in Sunset Towers. At the end of the chapter we are told that one of the tenants was a mistake. Which tenant do you think was a mistake? Explain your choice.
Vocabulary: tenants, exclusive, plush, stationery, warped, chandeliers, alcove, bookie. Enrichment: Design a title page for the novel. Chapter Two- -Ghosts or Worse.
Describe how Mr. Hoo felt about the grand opening of his restaurant. Who was Sandy Mc.
Southers? What surprised Turtle Wexler about the Westing house? Describe Otis Amber. Relate the story of the two "unfortunate fellows" from Westing town. What does Chris notice through his binoculars? Vocabulary: tenants, exclusive, stocky, maggots, gruesome, stubble, asylum. Enrichment: Research the author, Ellen Raskin. Include in your biography a list of other books that she has written.
Chapter Three- -Tenants In and Out. Why is Angela Wexler standing on a hassock? Why caused Angela Wexler to utter a small cry? Describe Mrs. Wexler's relationship with her two daughters. Describe J. J. Ford. According to Chris, what special talent did his brother Theo possess. What was in the long package that Sydelle Pulaski carried into her apartment?
Vocabulary: hassock, pudgy, lunatic, podiatrist, amputation, nape, gaunt, averted, ample, putrid, rational. Enrichment: Design a bookmark for your book. Any words or illustrations on the bookmark should be related to your novel. Chapter Four- -The Corpse Found.
Why was Doug Hoo stationed outside the Westing house? Why did Turtle Wexler have her mother's silver cross in her pocket? What did Turtle encounter upon entering the house? Why had Turtle taken a billiard cue upstairs? Sam's obituary mentions that he was a dedicated gamesman and a master of chess. Why might this be significant? Why were sixteen people asked to go to the south library of the Westing mansion?
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Vocabulary: receding, corpse, immigrant, meager, pyrotechnic, coroner, executor, beneficiary, heiress, legacy. Enrichment: Select a character from your novel. List both their negative and positive attributes. Chapter Five- -Sixteen Heirs. Who was greeting the beneficiaries at the Westing home? Why was Turtle startled when she looked in the coffin? What is Denton Deere's diagnosis of Chris?
Why is Judge Ford surprised to see E. J. Plum in charge of the Westing estate? What did the design on Sydelle Pulaski's dress remind Turtle of right at that moment?
Vocabulary: appraise, mourning, monogram, relinquish, afflicted, aviator, invalid, convulsions, afflicted, morbid, diagnosis, scrutiny, incompetence, poise. Enrichment: Here's your chance to be the teacher. Pretend you have to introduce the book to your class. Design a lesson plan and don't be shy about asking your teacher for help. Chapter Six- -The Westing Will.
When the will is first read, why are those present shocked to hear the words, "my sixteen nieces and nephews"? What is the second important piece of information that is revealed during the reading of the will? What must the potential beneficiaries do if they wish to "strike it rich"? Explain Mr. Hoo's comment, "The poor are crazy, the rich just eccentric". Vocabulary: verified, eccentric, appalled,purported, slur, autopsy, embalmed, cremated, culprit, corrupt, reverence.
Enrichment: Pretend that you are the author of this novel and that you are unsatisfied with the final copy. You have decided that the only way to improve the book is by adding another character. Write a brief description of your new character and explain how you will utilize them in your novel.
Chapter Seven- -The Westing Game. What was the object of the game? Why was Chris happy to be selected to play the game?
Why does Berthe Erica Crow shriek? Why was Sandy so insistent that his partner, Judge Ford, play the game.
Vocabulary: jittery, forfeit, pompous, jaunty, token, indignant, shrewd, wafted, dialect. Enrichment: Pretend your school or class is conducting a book sale. Design a poster that you think will encourage customers to buy The Westing Game. Chapter Eight- -The Paired Heirs. What did the tenants of Sunset Towers awaken to the next morning. How was Turtle Wexler able to profit from the storm? What are many of the heirs apparent doing on this particular day?
What does J. J. Ford hope to do just once? Why is Sydelle Pulaski upset when she discovers her shorthand notebook is missing? Vocabulary: rite, stint, pretentious, incriminating, pool, wreak. Enrichment: When reading a whodunit or murder mystery, the reader must be an active rather than passive reader.
For example, the active reader would already be formulating an opinion as to who committed the murder. Who might be some of the most likely suspects at this point in the story. Defend your position. Chapter Nine- -Lost and Found.
Why is Lost and Found a good name for this chapter? What had somebody found in the third floor balcony.
What was happening at J. J. Ford's apartment that evening? What does Turtle predict the next part of the will would read?
Why does Turtle think her mother is treating her so nicely for a change? Provide evidence from this chapter that Grace dislikes Turtle and favours her other daughter. What information does Judge Ford uncover that indicates James Hoo would not have liked Samuel Westing? Vocabulary: filigree, tardy, defiantly, uppity, jabbering, hors d'oeuvres. Enrichment: Assume the role of the author, Ellen Raskin, and then allow the your classmates to interview you about your work including the present novel, The Westing Game.
Chapter Ten- -The Long Party. What is a social climber? Why was Grace Windsor Wexler on time for Judge Ford's party this evening when normally she would arrive late? Why does Angela become upset when everyone continually asks about Denton? Why was Chris watching legs from his wheelchair? Why is Sydelle disappointed that Angela changed out of her clothes?
Why does Angela rush into Judge Ford's kitchen? Vocabulary: prattle, appetizer, paternal, embrace, humiliation, chiding, hobbled, coiffure, abstention, grimaced. Enrichment: Locate the quote "May God thy gold refine" on internet or in a book of quotations". AMERICA THE BEAUTIFULO beautiful for heroes proved - In liberating strife. Who more than self the country loved. And mercy more than life! America! America!
May God thy gold refine. Till all success be nobleness. And every gain divine! Katherine Lee Bates.
Chapter Eleven- -The Meeting. What dilemma did the tenants face as they awoke on the third snowbound morning? How do we know that Turtle didn't like to do her hair? What was Alice's nickname?
What did Chris suddenly realize as he read the note on the elevator wall? Why could no one read Sydelle Pulaski's shorthand? What does Theo suggest to the tenants who have gathered in the coffee shop?
What confusion arises about Turtle's real name? Can you explain a possible reason for this? What question did Judge Ford write on the paper? Do you think it was a good question?
Vocabulary: lured, scoffing, contempt, vault, envy, sequined, larcenist, felon, alibis, sprawling. Enrichment: Organize into small groups and discuss who you think the murderer is. Explain your opinion. Share your information with another group.
Chapter Twelve- -The First Bomb. Describe the incident in the kitchen. What does Turtle demand that Angela return to her immediately? According to Judge Ford, who are the four people with Westing connections? Why does Judge Ford's finger suddenly stop at the top of the list of detectives in the yellow pages? Vocabulary: woozy, transcribing, obituary, unbolted, paraphernalia, sappy, intern, prop, caption.
Enrichment: Is it ever possible to justify the use of violence to achieve your goals? Explain and justify your opinion. Conduct a class debate. Chapter Thirteen- -The Second Bomb. What kind of timing device did the bomber use? Who were the only people to order down? Who is Mrs. Baumbach reminded of when she sees Angela?
According to Sydelle Pulaski why is Chris' disability an advantage? What happened just as Otis Amber entered the restaurant? According to the fireman why was it not unusual to have had two explosions within two days in the same building? Where was the bomber planning to set the next bomb? Vocabulary: scrumptious, mementoes, harried, baffled, woefully, pedicured, demeaning, bodice, ritual, waddled, petrified, distraught.
Enrichment: Form a group with a few of your classmates and design a bulletin board in your classroom to promote the reading of The Westing Game. Chapter Fourteen- -Pairs Repaired.
Why did Angela search under the hoods of the cars in the parking lot/Why did the doorman refuse to accept a tip from the judge? Why was Alexander Mc. Southers fired from his job at the Westing factory? Why does Alexander Mc.
Southers suffer from bad headaches? What voices does Grace hear coming from the kitchen? Why did Grace open the window despite the cold draft? Why were the tenants purchasing so many Westing Paper Products? Vocabulary: amends, brewery, contender, flattery, obsequious, gross, oath, trousseau, patriotism, deception, remission, rigid.
Enrichment: Research the writing of a will. Why might you want a lawyer to help with the writing of a will? Find out what might invalidate a will. Try and locate some funny or interesting wills. Culminate this activity by writing your own will. Chapter Fifteen- -Fact and Gossip. What does Turtle mean by the expression, "Paper losses.
Why were Turtle and Sandy dubious about the "murder" of Samuel Westing.