Tuck Everlasting Flashcard: Chapters 4 and 5

Front

What is the main reason Winnie decides not to run away?

Back

She is afraid to go away alone.

Front

During what time of day does the stranger speak with Winnie?

Back

Summer evening.

Front

Who is described as sitting relaxed against a tree?

Back

Jesse.

Front

What does Mae Tuck say when she feels the worst is happening?

Back

"Here it is. The worst is happening at last."

Front

How old is Winnie in the story?

Back

10 years old.

Front

What is the significance of the summer evening setting in the story?

Back

It creates a calm and reflective atmosphere for the conversation between Winnie and the stranger.

Front

Who are the Tucks and what is their relationship to Winnie?

Back

The Tucks are a family that Winnie encounters; they become central to her understanding of life and immortality.

Front

What themes are explored in Chapters 4 and 5 of Tuck Everlasting?

Back

Themes of fear, the desire for freedom, and the concept of immortality.

Front

How does Winnie’s character develop in these chapters?

Back

Winnie shows growth in her understanding of her own desires and fears.

Front

What role does the tree play in the story?

Back

The tree serves as a symbol of comfort and a place of reflection for the characters.