Symbolism, Setting, and Objects from Z for Zachariah

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

Suit - Made of a plastic that resists radiation.

Wagon - This is covered in the same plastic that resists radiation.

Piano - Ann plays this several times for Mr. Loomis.

Oven - Ann moves this into the house because it does not need electricity or gas.

Famous Short Stories of England and America - Ann's favorite book.

The Farm Mechanic - A series of books Ann gives to Mr. Loomis.

Cows - Ann hopes to use these for milk and fertilizer.

Chickens - Ann uses these both for eggs and meat.

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