The Westing Game

What is the main purpose of creating a will?

• To distribute assets after death

• To choose a guardian for children

• To appoint an executor

• To avoid paying taxes

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Which character in the story is known for her skills in playing chess?

• Turtle Wexler

• Angela Wexler

• Sydelle Pulaski

• Grace Wexler

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​ (a)   -the act of receiving money, property, or a title from someone who has died

​ (b)   - the act of receiving money, property, or a title from someone who has died

​ (c)   -difficult or impossible to understand, explain, or identify

​ (d)   -a feeling or belief that someone is guilty of something or has done something wrong, without any proof

​ (e)   -to make someone very interested or curious about something, especially because it is strange or mysterious

• inheritance
• mysterious
• heir
• suspicion
• intrigue

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How does Turtle Wexler prove herself to be a valuable player in the Westing game?

• By deciphering the clues in the will

• By winning the chess tournament

• By solving the mystery of Sam Westing's death

• By exposing the true identity of the bomber

What is the role of Judge Ford in the Westing game?

• To oversee the legal proceedings

• To solve the mystery of Sam Westing's death

• To guide the heirs in their quest for the inheritance

• To provide comic relief in the story

What is the moral lesson that can be drawn from "The Westing Game"?

• Money can bring out the worst in people

• Family is the most important thing in life

• Success comes to those who are clever and resourceful

• Trusting others can lead to unexpected rewards

Analyze the character of Turtle Wexler in The Westing Game. How does she change and develop throughout the story? Provide evidence from the text to support your analysis.

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