Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Wideacre

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

Wideacre - The beloved land belonging to the Lacys and the estate for which Beatrice longs.

The Fenny - The river that runs through Wideacre.

Chichester - The nearby town where Papa buys Beatrice's pony and where Mama goes to buy all the things to redecorate Harry's room upon his arrival from school. It is also where most business is conducted and shopping is done.

Havering Hall - Where Celia's mother and stepfather live.

Tunbridge Wells - Where bread riots occur with rioters led by a one-legged man that Beatrice is certain must...
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