"The Great Gilly Hopkins" Quiz
A foster child named Gilly struggles with her identity and her place in the world as she moves from one home to another.
fiction | 148 pages | Published in 1978
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- How does Gilly's attitude and behavior change throughout the novel? What events or experiences contribute to these changes?
- Discuss the theme of family in 'The Great Gilly Hopkins.' How does Gilly's understanding of family evolve over the course of the story?
- In what ways does the character of Maime Trotter impact Gilly's life and perspective? How does their relationship influence Gilly's development?
- Examine the role of empathy and understanding in the novel. How do characters demonstrate or struggle with empathy, and how does this impact their relationships?
- Discuss the significance of Gilly's friendship with William Ernest Teague. How does their friendship challenge Gilly's preconceptions and attitudes?
- What does the novel suggest about the impact of past experiences and trauma on a person's present behavior and relationships? Use examples from the text to support your analysis.
- Explore the theme of identity in 'The Great Gilly Hopkins.' How does Gilly's search for her identity and sense of belonging drive the narrative?
