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Elva's Feelings On Silence
Elva writes on pg. 39 that she enjoyed being surrounded by silence. What do you remember in the three chapters about her feelings of being alone? What are your feelings about loneliness and silence?
2. Last time we said that the father was tough on the kids, and we notice more in these chapters. What did upset you the most?
3. Elva tells the stories that her father told the kids often when all together at home. Do you have memories of sitting with your family listening to your mom or Dad telling stories?
4. In which of the five children description you identify yourself more?
5. What was the fact that for some reason most impressed to you?

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