Understanding Sal's Journey and Relationships

In Chapter 20 of 'Walk Two Moons', the protagonist reflects on memories of her mother, particularly a moment involving a blackberry kiss. She writes about this in a journal for Mr. Birkway, who praises her work. The chapter also explores a poem by E. Cummings and a walk home with Ben, where they share a moment. The story takes a turn when Phoebe discovers notes from her mother, leading to concern and speculation about her disappearance. The chapter ends with the protagonist's hope for her own mother's return.

What does Sal try to write about in her mini journal?

• Her favorite books

• Things she likes, all connected to her mother

• Her future plans

• Her school experiences

What does Sal's mother do at the sugar maple tree?

• Climbs the tree

• Picks flowers

• Sings a song

• Kisses the tree

What unique experience does Sal describe about trees?

• They all have the same smell

• They are all difficult to climb

• Each tree has a unique flavor

• They all look the same

How does Mr. Birkway react to Sal's journal?

• He praises it without reading

• He reads it aloud

• He asks her to rewrite it

• He criticizes it

What is unique about the poem by E. Cummings?

• It is a haiku

• It is written in a different language

• It uses only lowercase letters except for one

• It has no punctuation

What does Ben pretend to do while walking with Sal?

• Read her mind

• Tell her a secret

• Predict the weather

• Read her palm

What is the good news Ben shares with Sal?

• He can read palms

• She let him hold her hand

• He has a gift for her

• He knows a secret

What do Phoebe and Sal find at Phoebe's house?

• A letter from school

• Notes from Phoebe's mother

• A surprise party

• A new pet

What does Phoebe's father's note say?

• He is going on a trip

• Phoebe's mother has left

• They are moving houses

• He has a new job

What does Phoebe suspect about her mother's disappearance?

• She is visiting family

• She is at work

• She was kidnapped

• She went on vacation