Madeleine is Sleeping | 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

Griselda - This object is modeled after a woman.

William II Moustache - This object is worn by the best leading men.

The Orchard - This location is the source of the fruit used in Mother's preserves.

The Widow's Parlor - This location is where much of Part Two takes place.

Matilde's Log - This object is used as a record keeping device.