Stuck in Neutral | 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

Cerebral Palsy - This condition prohibits communication and is central to the story.

The Poem Shawn - This object concerns a relationship and brings fame, fortune, and opportunity.

Wheelchair - This object is occupied most days, and is once associated with a fall and a broken arm.

Mobile - Many, many details are known about this object, which has been in the same location for too many years to count.

Kitchen Window - This object provides visual access to interior and exterior activity.

Detraux Videotape - This object is associated with death and...
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