Killing Mr.Griffon 3&4 DQ

CHAPTER THREE
1. The members of David’s family are introduced. Briefly identify them.
His Grandmother, Mom, and Dad.


2. Why does David think he needs a good education?
because his mom told him "he's the hope for the family."


3. Find the metaphor in this chapter that helps illustrate the emptiness of David’s life.
he sat next to it and considered dialing any numbers, just to hear a voice.


4. Support or refute the following statement:
David goes along with Mark because he dislikes Mr. Griffin and needs a better English
grade to get into law school.
Support.


CHAPTER FOUR
1. Why are Saturday’s special for Susan?
it meant she didnt have to get up in time to sit through the breakfast table crisis, with her family.


2. Find a quotation in the chapter that illustrates the idea that Susan feels a part of the picnic
group.
"Hi Sue, great day for a picnic right?" "Almost like summer."


3. Who is Lana?
A girl Mark used to out with.


4. How does Susan feel about Mark before the picnic?
not funny, felt a little afraid.


5. A symbol is an object, person, or place that has a meaning in itself and that also stands
for something larger than itself. How may the eyeglasses be a symbol in this chapter?
Susan wheres them


6. Foreshadowing is also used to create interest and build suspense. Since this is a mystery
story, there are many examples of foreshadowing. Find an example of foreshadowing in
this chapter that lets the reader know Susan is going to have problems.
David is leading her on, and Sue likes David.