Bridge to Terabithia, Chapters 5, Grades 7

In Chapter 5 of 'Bridge to Terabithia' by Katherine Paterson, we see Jess and Leslie's friendship continue to flourish as they face new adventures and challenges in Terabithia. This chapter also highlights the impact of their friendship on their personal growth. Please carefully read Chapter 5 and answer the following questions to explore these developments.

Question 1

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How does Leslie's gift to Jess for Christmas affect their friendship and Jess's view of himself?

Question 2

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Chapter 5 introduces Miss Edmunds more fully into the story. How does Jess's relationship with Miss Edmunds contrast with his friendship with Leslie?

Question 3

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Jess faces a moral dilemma in Chapter 5 regarding Leslie's Christmas gift. What is the dilemma, and how does he resolve it?

Question 4

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Analyze how the author uses the events of Christmas Day to highlight differences between Jess's family and Leslie's family. What do these differences reveal about each character?

Question 5

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Reflect on the development of Jess and Leslie's characters in Chapter 5. How do their actions and decisions in this chapter contribute to their growth?

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