WIT Chap. 4
What is a “tesseract,” and how would you explain it in your own words?
Why do you think Meg has such a hard time understanding tessering at first?
If you could travel anywhere instantly like the characters do, where would you go?
What details made the planet Uriel seem beautiful or strange?
Why do you think the author included such peaceful and happy creatures on Uriel?
How does Meg react differently from Calvin and Charles Wallace during the trip through space?
What does this chapter show about Meg’s strengths and weaknesses?
Why do you think Mrs. Whatsit transforms into another creature? What does that moment symbolize?
What emotions did you feel when the characters were flying and singing on Uriel?
What do you think the “Dark Thing” represents now that you know more about it?
Why is light important in this chapter?
The Mrs. W’s talk about famous fighters against darkness on Earth. Why do you think ordinary people can help fight darkness too?
Which part of Chapter 4 would be coolest to see in a movie?
If you were Meg, would you trust the Mrs. W’s by this point in the story? Why or why not?
What do you predict the characters will have to face next?
