Crystal's Powers

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What caused Crystal and her parents to move to a new town?

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Crystal's parents both got jobs at a bioengineering research lab.

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What is the main idea of the story?

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Crystal develops strange new powers when her family moves to a new town, and as she's trying to decide what to do about her powers, she meets someone else with similar strange powers.

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What object flies off of Crystal’s desk at the beginning of the story?

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A book.

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Why does the author choose to end the story with the tree branch falling?

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To create suspense.

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What scares Crystal about her powers?

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She is worried that people will think she's a 'freak.'

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What is bioengineering?

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Bioengineering is the application of engineering principles to biology and medicine, often to develop new technologies or products.

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What does it mean to have powers?

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Having powers refers to possessing abilities that are beyond the normal capabilities of a person, often seen in fictional characters.

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What is suspense in storytelling?

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Suspense is a feeling of excitement or anxious uncertainty about what may happen next in a story.

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How can a character's fears drive the plot?

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A character's fears can create conflict and motivate their actions, influencing the story's direction.

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What role do parents play in a child's development?

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Parents provide support, guidance, and resources that help shape a child's personality and abilities.