The Witch of Blackbird Pond Chapters 5-8

Front

What is Uncle Matthew's feeling after the dinner with Reverend Bulkeley & John Holbrook?

Back

Uncle Matthew feels angry because he disagrees with how Reverend Bulkeley feels about the king.

Front

Why don't the townspeople want to live in The Great Meadow?

Back

The Great Meadow floods each spring.

Front

Who is considered 'the pivot about whom the whole household moved'?

Back

Mercy is Uncle Matthew's favorite child.

Front

What is William Ashby's opinion about the king?

Back

William Ashby isn't totally for the king, but hopes that if they don't anger him, he'll let them keep some rights.

Front

How does Judith feel about Kit?

Back

Judith doesn't want to share her bed with Kit, wishes Kit were a boy, and thinks Kit did an awful job on household chores.

Front

What does the term 'The Great Meadow' refer to in the story?

Back

The Great Meadow is a location that the townspeople avoid due to its flooding each spring.

Front

Who is Kit in relation to the other characters?

Back

Kit is a character who struggles to fit in with her new family and community.

Front

What is the significance of Reverend Bulkeley's dinner invitation?

Back

The dinner reflects the political tensions and differing opinions about the king among the characters.

Front

How does Kit's arrival affect the household dynamics?

Back

Kit's arrival creates tension, especially with Judith, as she feels threatened by Kit's presence.

Front

What does Uncle Matthew represent in the story?

Back

Uncle Matthew represents traditional values and resistance to change.