James and the Giant Peach Chapter 1

What happened to James’ parents while they were shopping in London?

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Both of them suddenly got eaten up (in full daylight, mind you, and on a crowded street) by an enormous angry rhinoceros which had escaped from the London Zoo.

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Who is James sent to live with?

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His evil aunts, bony Aunt Spiker and tubby Aunt Sponge

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How is James treated in his new home?

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They treat him badly, feed him improperly, and force him to sleep on bare floorboards.

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Why is James not allowed to leave the garden?

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No one would take James for a walk.... they couldn't be bothered, and James was not allowed to move about alone. They put James to work and never let him play with anyone. He’s not allowed to leave their desolate garden at the top of a hill

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What sort of people are Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, do you think?

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James' aunts are mean, abusive, and selfish. Self centered amd don't care about others.

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How, do you think, did James feel when he had to move in with his two aunts?

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He feels miserable, nervous, scared and lonely.

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James is badly mistreated by his aunts. Why, do you think, does he stay in their house? What are the advantages of staying with them?

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