The Witch of Blackbird Pond Chapters 5-8

Front

Who is Reverend Bulkeley?

Back

A Loyalist character who visits Matthew Wood's home and advises him to fear the King.

Front

Who does Kit feel she can confide in?

Back

Mercy, one of the Wood family members.

Front

What do Reverend Bulkeley and Matthew Wood disagree over?

Back

Politics.

Front

How does Kit feel when William begins to call on her?

Back

She feels awkward and isn't sure what to talk about with him.

Front

Who is Hannah Tupper?

Back

An old woman who lives by Blackbird Pond and is thought by the townspeople to be a witch.

Front

What is the significance of Blackbird Pond in the story?

Back

It is the location where Hannah Tupper lives and is associated with witchcraft.

Front

What role does Mercy play in Kit's life?

Back

Mercy is a supportive figure for Kit, providing her with a sense of trust and friendship.

Front

What does Kit struggle with in her new environment?

Back

She struggles with fitting in and understanding the local customs and politics.

Front

How does the community view Hannah Tupper?

Back

The community views her with suspicion, believing she is a witch.

Front

What does Kit's relationship with William Ashby represent?

Back

It represents the complexities of social expectations and personal feelings.