Gathering Blue | Short Essay Assignments

Short Essay Questions

The 60 short essay questions listed in this section require a one to two sentence answer. They ask students to demonstrate a deeper understanding of the text. Students must describe what they've read, rather than just recall it.

Short Essay Question - Chapter 1

1. Describe what readers know about Kira after reading Chapter 1.

2. Describe the customs surrounding death in Kira's society.

3. What are Kira's plans now that both her parents are dead?

4. What warning does Matt give Kira in Chapter 1?

Short Essay Question - Chapter 2

5. Describe Kira's home after she returns from the Field of Leaving.

6. How does Kira react in Chapter 2to the destruction of her home?

7. Describe Vandara.

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