Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Lock and Key

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

UMe.com - The social media network founded by Jamie Hunter.

Perkins Day High School - The school Jamie attended and that Ruby attends after she moves in with Cora and Jamie.

Jackson High School - The school Ruby attends prior to moving in with Cora and Jamie.

Roscoe - Cora and Jamie's dog.

The Key to the Yellow House - Ruby wears it around her neck so she won't lose it.

The Mall - Where Ruby goes to work at Harriet's jewelry kiosk.

Commercial Courier - The company Ruby and her mother work...
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