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Describe the character of Miss Adela Strangeworth.

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Why does Miss Strangeworth not want to share her roses with other people?  What might this suggest about her personality?

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Describe the opening atmosphere/mood of the story by listing words and phrases the author uses.

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How long has Miss Strangeworth lived in her town?  What role does she believe she plays in this community?

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Look closely at the description of how Miss Strangeworth composes her letters.  Why does she choose this paper to write them on and why does she use a crude pencil?

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What do you think are Miss Strangeworth’s true motivations for writing her letters?

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Miss Strangeworth thinks that there is “so much evil in people.  Even in a charming little town...” like the one she lives in.  Explain what she views as evil.

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What point of view is being used to tell this story?  Why do you think the author, Shirley Jackson, chose this perspective?

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What is the main conflict of this story?  Explain your choice.

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Authors use many techniques to reveal personalities and complexities of their characters.  Sometimes they will tell readers exactly what they want them to know, other times they allow room for their readers to make inferences of their own based on: character actions and speech; interactions between characters; and physical descriptions.

Use the chart below to create a detailed character sketch of Miss Strangeworth based on careful observation.

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Explain how the people in town react and respond to Miss Strangeworth.  What is their impression of her?  Provide specific examples.