Wish: Chapters 15-22

Front

Who is Jackie in the story?

Back

Jackie is a character who comes to visit Charlie.

Front

What does it mean to run away?

Back

To run away means to leave a place suddenly, often to escape from something.

Front

Why might someone think a wish won't come true?

Back

Someone might think a wish won't come true if they believe it is unrealistic or if they have lost hope.

Front

What does Charlie do to prepare for Jackie's visit?

Back

Charlie practices tricks with Wishbone and makes her room look like Jackie's room.

Front

What is a wishbone?

Back

A wishbone is a forked bone from a bird that is traditionally used in a game where two people pull it apart, and the one with the larger piece gets to make a wish.

Front

What is the significance of making a wish?

Back

Making a wish often symbolizes hope and desire for something to happen.

Front

What does it mean to practice tricks?

Back

To practice tricks means to repeatedly perform actions to improve skill or performance.

Front

What is a common item used to make a wish?

Back

A common item used to make a wish is a feather, a penny, or a wishbone.

Front

How does Charlie feel about Jackie coming to visit?

Back

Charlie is excited and wants to impress Jackie.

Front

What does it mean to prepare for a visitor?

Back

To prepare for a visitor means to get ready by cleaning, organizing, or planning activities for their arrival.