Ella Enchanted

How does Ella Enchanted suggest that friendship and family are imperative for enduring hardship? Draw from characters and situations in the text.

What constitutes a successful romantic relationship in the novel? For example, contrast Char and Ella’s relationship with that of Sir Peter and Olga’s.

How is Ella’s motivation for thwarting her obedience curse different at the end of the novel compared to earlier? Why is Ella able to break the curse when she does?

What tools of characterization establish Hattie—and to a lesser extent Olive—as antagonists?

Do you agree with Mandy’s rule that “big magic” should never be used, or are there exceptions to this rule? Justify your choice.

Contrast Ella’s behavior to the other young women who are trying to seduce Char. What attributes does Char find attractive in Ella?

Ella must persevere through constant struggles and setbacks. Describe how she conforms to the trope of the victorious underdog. Are there ways in which she is different?

What is a dynamic character? How does Lucinda epitomize one, and in what ways does she develop and grow?