Exploring Themes in The Wednesday Wars

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How do Mrs. Baker’s actions in the first six chapters make Holling start to change his mind about her?

Back

Mrs. Baker gives Holling hard work and quietly helps him, showing she doesn’t really dislike him.

Front

Which sentence from the text best shows that Wednesdays are important for how Holling grows in "The Wednesday Wars"?

Back

“Wednesdays became the days when Holling learned the most about himself and others.”

Front

How does Mr. Guareschi’s way of leading affect what it feels like at Camillo Junior High in the first six chapters?

Back

He is very strict and serious, which makes the school feel tense and full of rules.

Front

How does the Hoodhood family business, Hoodhood & Associates, affect Holling’s relationship with his dad?

Back

The business makes Holling feel like he has to live up to his dad’s expectations, which pushes them apart.

Front

What is the first Shakespeare play that Mrs. Baker gives to Holling to read?

Back

The Merchant of Venice

Front

Why does Holling think Mrs. Baker doesn’t like him at the beginning of the story?

Back

He is the only Presbyterian student

Front

In the first six chapters, which type of character from old stories is Mrs. Baker most like?

Back

The wise mentor

Front

What does the text suggest about Holling’s relationship with his father?

Back

Their relationship is distant and mostly about business

Front

How does the cream puff incident move the story forward?

Back

It causes problems between Holling and his classmates

Front

Which line shows what Mrs. Baker really thinks about what Holling can do?

Back

“I expect great things from you, Holling.”