Conflicts EXTRA CREDIT

Tom is facing internal and external conflicts. What are his internal conflicts? What are his external conflicts? (Student ID)

The Settings

What are the two settings of the story? (This seems easy, but watch your grammar!) (Student ID)

That Yellow Paper

In your own words, explain why that yellow paper is so important to Tom. (Student ID)

Tom Benecke's Values

Re-read lines 35-36. What does Tom value most at the beginning of the story? (Student ID).

What Are You Afraid Of?

Tom becomes afraid of heights. Dr. Kennedy is afraid of snakes. What are you afraid of? Do you know why? Have fun with this question--explain your fear (or fears). (Use your student ID to get credit).

New York City

Have you ever been to New York City? What are your impressions? Have fun with this question: What did you do? What did you like? What did you dislike? Write about your trip to New York City. (Use your student ID to get credit).

Treasure

The yellow paper was very, very important to Tom. Is there something you own that is very, very important to you? Explain. What is it? Why is it important to you? (Use your student ID to get credit).