"Safe House" Quiz
In "Safe House" by Jenny Carroll, teen mediator Susannah Simon investigates a student’s mysterious death while struggling to protect herself and those she cares about from a dangerous killer.
young adult | 262 pages | Published in NaN
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Essay questions
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- Discuss the theme of identity in 'Safe House' by Jenny Carroll. How does Jessica's experience as a mediator shape her sense of self throughout the novel?
- Analyze the relationship between Jessica and her family. In what ways does her secret life as a mediator affect her familial bonds?
- Examine the role of trust in 'Safe House'. Which characters struggle most with trust, and how does this affect the plot?
- Consider the depiction of danger and safety in the novel. How does Jenny Carroll use setting and atmosphere to create tension?
- How is the concept of justice explored in 'Safe House'? Does Jessica believe in traditional justice, or does she have her own sense of right and wrong?
- Evaluate the character development of Suze (Jessica). What are the key moments that contribute to her growth?
- How does the supernatural element influence the narrative of 'Safe House'? Would the story be as compelling without it?
- Analyze the role of secondary characters such as Jesse and Father Dominic. How do they support or hinder Jessica in her journey?
- Discuss how grief and loss are portrayed in the book. Which character’s experiences with loss are most significant, and why?
- In what ways does 'Safe House' challenge or reinforce stereotypes about teenage girls and heroism?
- Explore the motif of secrets in the novel. How do secrets drive the plot and affect the relationships between characters?
- Compare and contrast the living and the dead in 'Safe House'. How does Jessica’s interaction with both worlds inform her actions?
- How does Jenny Carroll use humor in 'Safe House'? What effect does it have on the tone of the novel?
- Discuss the significance of the title 'Safe House'. In what ways does the idea of safety manifest throughout the story?
- Reflect on the resolution of 'Safe House'. Is the ending satisfying? Why or why not?
