And They Lived Happily (?) Ever After

Or did they?

Jacqueline Woodson finished her novel with inferences about what the future might hold for her characters without writing an actual ending that gives closure to her story.

Write an ending (2-3 paragraphs) for one of the characters below, based upon where the author left off in the book. Use the clues provided by the author.

Include the "TRIPLE D" (details, dialogue, and descriptions), and your imagination to make it interesting.

Characters:

Evie

Anna

Father

Mother

Witness Protection Program - The Good & the Bad

Sometimes, having to start over is a great opportunity for new opportunities, experiences and second chances, especially when it's your choice.
But when you HAVE TO leave the old life behind for a reason, it can be very hard.

Compare & Contrast:
What are the positive aspects of the Witness Protection Program? How does it work? How is it helpful?
What are negative aspects of the Witness Protection Plan? How can it affect the individuals in it?
Write 2-4 paragraphs on your blog

Personality Changes - Compare & Contrast

Mr. Green and his family had undergone a tremendous change of life due to circumstances in the novel that led to the loss of identity, livelihood, neighborhood familiarity, friends, and family.

1. Compare & Contrast:

• Mr. Green's Character & Personality (physical, emotional and mental) in the beginning of the story and the changes that occur during his time in the Witness Protection Program.

2. Prediction

• What do you think these changes might foreshadow?
• Explain your answer with details or clues from the story.

Dear....

Write a letter to one of the characters below:

Evie (Toswiah) ,
Anna (Cameron)
Mother & Father ((Mr. & Mrs. Green)

Give advice to that character as to what they could or should do in their situation. Warn them about actions that could hurt them.

Explain your reasoning.

Hush - What choice would you make?

Based on the events in Hush, a policeman has to decide what is just:

-to testify against his colleagues and provide justice for the murdered boy
or
-keep quiet to "uphold the silent policeman's' honor" to defend each other
(similar to the code of the street).

Task: on your blog, write a post: What choice would you make?
Explain what and why.

Hush - How does the author use imagery & tone to set a mood?

Vocabulary: Imagery Mood Tone
Think of a situation where someone or a family had to move because of something
that happened.

Describe that situation on you blog in a new post.
Be sure to use visual, sensory language, metaphors, etc. in your paragraph to express a mood.

Identity - What Make You YOU?

Everyone has an perception of who they are, qualities and characteristics that make each person unique: Personality, Style, Talent, Physical features, etc.

Write a post about your identity - how do you see yourself?

Include the characteristics & qualities the make you unique.