"Finally" Quiz
After years of waiting, Rory Swenson finally turns twelve and is determined to complete a list of things she's been longing to do, only to discover that growing up is more complicated than she expected.
middle grade | 304 pages | Published in 2010
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Essay questions
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- How does Rory Swensen’s journey toward her twelfth birthday reflect the theme of growing up in 'Finally'?
- In what ways do Rory’s expectations for turning twelve differ from the reality she experiences? Use specific examples from the novel.
- Discuss the role of family in Rory’s life. How do her parents’ rules and concerns shape her experiences throughout the story?
- How does Wendy Mass use humor to address the challenges and awkwardness of adolescence in 'Finally'?
- Examine the significance of the 'list of things Rory is finally allowed to do at twelve.' What does this list symbolize for her character development?
- Analyze the friendships Rory has in the novel. How do her relationships with her friends change as she gains more independence?
- How does Rory’s experience volunteering at the animal shelter contribute to her personal growth?
- Describe a time when Rory’s plans for her twelfth year go wrong. What does she learn from these setbacks?
- How does the setting of Willow Falls influence the events and tone of the story?
- Discuss the role of Angela, the mysterious woman, in Rory’s journey. What impact does she have on Rory’s understanding of herself?
- How do the various mishaps and accidents that happen to Rory challenge her ideas about maturity?
- Wendy Mass often writes about magical realism. In what ways does 'Finally' incorporate elements of magic or fate?
- Compare and contrast Rory’s perspective on rules at the beginning and end of the novel. How does her attitude evolve?
- What role do secondary characters, such as Rory’s brother and classmates, play in advancing the novel’s themes?
- Explain how 'Finally' addresses the universal experience of wanting to grow up quickly. Do you think the book offers advice to its readers? Why or why not?
