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Character Motivations Moving the Plot: Chapters 14-18
Using the information from our classroom character analysis, list
possible motives for the characters below. Use the information to then
list the rising action of the story so far, describe how a character’s
motivation helps move the plot forward.
Character:
Possible Motives:
Peak:
Joshua Wood:
Zopa:
Sun-jo:
Rising Action:!!List 8 of the most important plot events below.
Underneath the event, list if a character’s motivation played a role in that
event taking place. Remember that a plot event is something that HAPPENS
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Predictions:
Do you think that Peak will actually make an attempt to summit Mount
Everest? If so, do you think he will be successful? Why or why not? (1 FULL
paragraph minimum)
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“Problems for Peak”: Chapters 14-18
Think about some of the problems our characters are facing in the story. In
particular, Peak has to face conflicts with those around him and with himself.
List at least 2 conflicts for each of the following characters and fill the
information in the table below.
Character: For each
problem describe why it is
internal or external.
Conflicts: Specifically tell
what it is.
Specific type of conflict: For
Peak
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Joshua Wood
Internal/External:
Sun-jo
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Peak’s Mother:
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Name: __________________________________ Date: ______________
Themes of “Peak”, Part I: Chapters 14-18
A theme is an interesting part of literature, it is something that the author
wants you to know or wants you to gain from reading the novel. Think about
the themes that you have found in the novel so far and how they may relate to
a “life-lesson” for you and Peak.
1) What type of themes or morals are there in the novel so far?
2) What do you think Ronald Smith wants you to learn about life or at least be
reminded of as you read “Peak”?
3) Look at the following words below and explain how each of them may be
connected to the themes of the story. Use at least 3 specific sections from the
story to help you explain/support your ideas. Choose 3 ideas to discuss in at
least 2 well written paragraphs for each idea. Use as separate sheet of
paper.
a) Relationships:
b) Survival:
c) Courage:
d) Change:
e) Independence:
4) What do you think is the role of betrayal in this story? (ex. Do you think it is
a main theme? Is this a constant theme we are reminded of? Do you think it is
important or a minor idea?)
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Chapter 14-18: “Word Choices”
Identify the type of figurative language used in the following lines.
1) “Obviously Josh had not listened to him.” P.49 _______________
2) “She was bullet-proof.” P.33 ____________
3) “…And Holly was waiting for me like a guard dog.” P. 94 ___________
4) “Dad canceled all his seminars, climbs,…staying right at her side through
the whole orthopedic jigsaw puzzle.” P.33-34 _______________
5) “Josh wriggled out her tentacles and held her at arm’s length…”p.82 _______
6) “When we moved, it was in slow motion, like we were on the moon.” P.121
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7) “If Shek catches you, you’re toast…” p. 137 _________
For each type of literary element, give an example from this week’s readings.
Give line and page number.
Flashback:
Foreshadowing:
Sarcasm:
Personification:
Interesting Word Choice: