Being There | Teaching Key Figures

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters 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.

Characters

Chance and Chauncey Gardiner - Very little is known about this character's past. This character learns how to handle new situations with grace and dignity by watching television.

EE Rand - This character is married to a wealthy and influential financier.

Vladimir Skrapinov - This foreign character suggests that diplomats and businessmen need to connect more often. He is extremely manipulative, cruel, and sneaky.

The President of the United States - This powerful character mentions someone's name during a speech on the economy. Later in the story, this character is...
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