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The Weathermonger Study Guide

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by Peter Dickinson
About 8 pages (2,334 words)
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1. Discuss the portrayal of adults in The Weathermonger. Are any adults portrayed favorably? Is it fair to say that the novel tends to provide a serious criticism or indictment of adults for mismanaging society?

2. Two of the most important characteristics of the young people in this novel are courage and ingenuity. Cite incidents where courage or ingenuity are displayed.

3. Using an atlas or other detailed maps of England and France, trace Geof and Sally's travels throughout The Weathermonger.

4. What do you know about the legendary Arthurian figure of Merlin? What particular aspect of the Merlin legend is especially relevant to The Weathermonger?

5. What has awakened Merlin from his long.....

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The Weathermonger from Beacham's Encyclopedia of Popular Fiction and Beacham's Guide to Literature for Young Adults. ©2005-2006 Thomson Gale, a part of the Thomson Corporation. All rights reserved.

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