Seedfolks - Chapter 1

Front

What does 'vacant' mean?

Back

empty

Front

What is an 'altar'?

Back

a table used to show reverence or for worship

Front

What does 'gnawing' mean?

Back

chewing

Front

What was Kim's father's job?

Back

farmer

Front

Why doesn't Kim mourn her father's death the same way as her Mother and Sister?

Back

He died before she was born.

Front

What is the significance of a family altar in many cultures?

Back

It serves as a place for remembrance and honoring ancestors.

Front

What emotions might Kim feel towards her father, given she never met him?

Back

Curiosity, longing, or confusion.

Front

How does the setting of a 'vacant lot' contribute to the story?

Back

It symbolizes potential and the beginning of new life.

Front

What role do memories play in the context of loss?

Back

They help individuals process grief and maintain connections with loved ones.

Front

What can be inferred about Kim's relationship with her family?

Back

It may be complex, as she feels differently about her father's death.