A Wrinkle in Time | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. Why does Meg have such a hard time fitting in at school?

Meg has a hard time fitting in at school because she has trouble getting along with other children. She reacts violently at the slightest provocation. She also doesn't do well in all subjects, making it hard for her to enjoy learning.

2. Describe Meg's appearance.

Meg is not attractive with mousy brown hair, thick glasses that hide her eyes, and braces that every kid hates.

3. How would you explain the reason(s) for Meg's anger?

Meg is deeply saddened by the disappearance of her father. She is probably too young to understand that he might not return and doesn't want to accept that possibility anyway. She often thinks that if her father were around, things would be very different.

4. Do you find it believable that Charles Wallace, a five-year-old boy who has...
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