Blubber

Examine the role of costumes throughout the story. How does the author use costumes to characterize Jill and Wendy?

Jill is described as “really tough on people” (1) and a “really tough character” (168). What does this mean, and how does Jill demonstrate this?

If you were in Mrs. Minish’s class, what role do you think you would play? How would you respond to what occurred in the story?

As Jill’s best friend, Tracy gives Jill plenty of advice. How does Tracy help Jill overcome her situation with Wendy?

Who do you think told on Jill and Tracy’s prank? Was it Linda, Wendy, or someone else? Find evidence to support your claim.

The book emphasizes the idea of people getting what they deserve. Does Jill get what she deserves in the end? Does Wendy?

In what ways does Kenny foil Jill’s character? What do you believe Kenny would have done if he were in Jill’s class?

This book was written and set in 1974. How would the story differ if set in the present-day? Think about the role of technology in modern society.