The Glass Castle Pages 3-28

Front

What does it mean to check out of the hospital 'Rex-Walls style'?

Back

It means that her father ran her out of the hospital in his arms.

Front

How old is Jeannette when she gets injured?

Back

3 years old.

Front

What happens to Jeannette when her family leaves Bar None Bar?

Back

She falls out of the car, and her parents did not realize until a long time.

Front

What is the Glass Castle?

Back

A home that Rex dreams of building for his family.

Front

What happened to Tinkerbell (Jeanette's doll)?

Back

She melted her face with matches.

Front

Who is Rex Walls?

Back

Jeannette's father, known for his adventurous spirit and troubled behavior.

Front

What role does Rose Mary Walls play in Jeannette's life?

Back

She is Jeannette's mother, an artist and teacher who often prioritizes her own desires over her children's needs.

Front

Describe the family dynamic in the Walls household.

Back

The family is characterized by instability, love, neglect, and a sense of adventure.

Front

What does Jeannette's injury symbolize in the story?

Back

It symbolizes the neglect and danger present in her childhood.

Front

How does Jeannette feel about her father's dreams?

Back

She has mixed feelings; she admires his dreams but also feels the pain of their unfulfilled promises.