From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler | Teaching Setting, Symbolism and Objects

Object Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major objects in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Objects

Museum of Modern Art - This is a focal point in New York City for great works of art as well as one that regularly displays priceless works and antiques.

Sarcophagus - This is the resting place, often bejeweled, of Egyptian mummies.

Angel Statue - This is a small marble statue supposedly sculpted by Michelangelo.

Italian Renaissance Room - This is a room in the museum that houses fifteenth and sixteenth century art.

Egyptian Room - This is a room in the Museum that displays artifacts and jewelry.

Automat - This is a...
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