"The Westing Game" Quiz
Sixteen heirs compete in a mysterious game to inherit the fortune of eccentric millionaire Samuel W. Westing.
mystery | 182 pages | Published in 1978
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Essay questions
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- What role does the game play in the development of the characters in The Westing Game?
- How does Ellen Raskin use the concept of a mystery game to explore themes of identity and inheritance in the novel?
- Discuss the significance of the setting in The Westing Game and its impact on the unfolding of the mystery.
- In what ways does the author use the diverse cast of characters to create tension and intrigue in The Westing Game?
- What are the different strategies employed by the characters to solve the mystery in the novel? How do these strategies reflect their personalities and motivations?
- Examine the role of clues and red herrings in The Westing Game, and how they contribute to the overall mystery and suspense.
- Discuss the theme of justice and retribution in The Westing Game, and how it is portrayed through the characters' actions and decisions.
