Looking for Alaska

Character Analysis: Describe the character of Alaska Young.

• Alaska Young is a conformist, rule-abiding character who always follows societal norms.

• Alaska Young is a calm, introverted character with no distinct personality traits.

• Alaska Young is a forgetful, uneducated character who lacks depth.

• Alaska Young is a mysterious, impulsive, and complex character known for her rebellious nature, intelligence, and self-destructive tendencies.

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Symbolism: What does the labyrinth symbolize in 'Looking For Alaska'?

• Complexity of life and journey towards self-discovery

• Symbol of hope and new beginnings

• Metaphor for the inevitability of death

• Representation of friendship and loyalty

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Character Analysis: Discuss the character development of Miles 'Pudge' Halter.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter remains stagnant throughout the story, showing no growth or change.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter evolves from a reserved and curious individual to someone who gains insight into life's complexities and finds his place in the world.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter becomes a professional athlete, abandoning his intellectual pursuits.

• Miles 'Pudge' Halter starts as a confident and extroverted person but becomes introverted and shy.

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Symbolism: In 'Looking For Alaska', how does the 'before' and 'after' concept symbolize change?

• It symbolizes the characters' growth and the impact of significant events.

• It represents the unchanging nature of the world, despite personal turmoil.

• It indicates a literal division of time with no deeper meaning.

• It is used to confuse the reader and blur the timeline.

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Using the thinking skill of inference, answer the following: It is likely that Miles wants to... Excerpt from Looking for Alaska By John Green “Why do you want to leave home, Miles?” Mom asked. “Because of me?” my dad asked. He had attended Culver Creek. I showed them the biography of Rabelais. “So this guy,” I said. “He was this poet and his last words were ‘I go to seek a Great Perhaps.’ That’s why I’m going. So I don’t have to wait until I die to start seeking a Great Perhaps.”

• Leave his parents

• Learn more about Rabelais

• Seek answers to his parents’ questions.

• Go experience life

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Themes: How does the theme of 'seeking truth' play out in the story?

• The theme of 'seeking truth' is showcased through the setting of the story.

• The theme of 'seeking truth' is depicted through the protagonist's quest for knowledge and understanding.

• The theme of 'seeking truth' is symbolized by the protagonist's love for adventure.

• The theme of 'seeking truth' is represented by the antagonist's deceitful actions.

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Themes: How does the theme of 'loss and grief' impact the characters in the book?

• The theme of 'loss and grief' impacts the characters by shaping their actions, decisions, and emotions.

• The theme of 'loss and grief' has no impact on the characters

• Loss and grief only affect secondary characters, not the main ones

• The characters are not affected by the theme of 'loss and grief'

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Character Analysis: Compare and contrast the personalities of Alaska and Lara.

• Alaska is rebellious and adventurous, while Lara is reserved and cautious.

• Alaska is cautious and reserved, while Lara is impulsive and reckless.

• Alaska is introverted and shy, while Lara is outgoing and bold.

• Alaska is adventurous and daring, while Lara is adventurous and daring.

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Themes: How does the concept of 'forgiveness' manifest among the characters?

• Forgiveness is rarely granted, leading to ongoing conflicts.

• Characters often forgive each other, fostering growth and understanding.

• Forgiveness is considered a sign of weakness, and is thus avoided.

• The concept of forgiveness is not explored in the story.

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Grammar: Identify the correct sentence structure in the context of 'Looking for Alaska'.

• A) Alaska, who is impulsive, she often acts without thinking.

• B) Alaska, impulsive and unpredictable, often acts without thinking.

• C) Alaska, she is impulsive and unpredictable, often acts without thinking.

• D) Alaska, impulsive, she often acts without thinking.

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