Gilly Hopkins- Chapter 11

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What does it mean when Gilly's heart 'gave a little spurt and flopped over like a dud rocket'?

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It means Gilly felt something was very wrong when she saw Miss Ellis and Mrs. Trotter.

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What does the phrase 'no one would sneeze in his direction' imply about Gilly's relationship with W.E.?

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It implies that no one at school would mess with W.E. if Gilly was walking with him.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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Give an example of a simile from the text.

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'Mine's smooth as ice cream' is a simile describing Mrs. Trotter's mashed potatoes.

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What does the simile 'Miss Ellis was looking at the two of them like a bird watcher onto a rare species' suggest?

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It suggests that Miss Ellis is intently observing W.E. and Gilly during an emotional moment.

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True or False: Gilly wants to say goodbye to Miss Harris.

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True.

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What is the significance of Gilly's feelings when she sees Miss Ellis and Mrs. Trotter?

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It shows that Gilly is aware of the seriousness of the situation.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'smooth as ice cream'?

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It is an example of a simile.

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How does Gilly's relationship with W.E. affect her social standing at school?

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Gilly's association with W.E. gives her a sense of protection and respect among her peers.

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What does the author convey through Gilly's emotional responses?

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The author conveys Gilly's internal struggles and her desire for connection.