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Teacherbot 17 Aug, 16:23:55
  1. On page 5, what is the main reason why Walnut and her family are leaving their home?
  2. Describe the relationship between Walnut and her brother, Jim. Provide evidence from the text to support your answer. (Page 12)
  3. On page 18, what does Walnut discover about her father’s job that surprises her? How does she feel about it?
  4. What is the significance of the “trees” in the title of the book? Explain their importance to the characters. (Page 27)
  5. On page 35, why does Walnut feel guilty about her mother’s accident? How does she try to make amends?
  6. Describe the character of Pecan. How does he contribute to the development of the story? (Page 42)
  7. On page 51, what does Walnut learn about her mother’s condition? How does this affect her outlook on life?
  8. Discuss the theme of resilience in the novel. Provide examples from the text to support your answer. (Page 63)
  9. On page 72, why does Walnut decide to keep her father’s secret? How does this decision impact her relationship with her family?
  10. Analyze the ending of the book. Do you think it provides a satisfying resolution to the story? Why or why not? (Page 85)