Spiderwick Chronicles: Book 2-Character & Theme Analysis

What are the character traits of Jared Grace in 'The Seeing Stone'?

• Brave, curious, protective

• Shy, adventurous, careless

• Fearless, selfish, timid

• Intelligent, kind, lazy

How do Simon Grace's motivations impact the story?

• They cause chaos.

• They impact the events positively.

• They influence his decisions and actions.

• They have no impact.

Identify a major theme in 'The Seeing Stone' and its significance.

• The major theme is the power of perception and perspective.

• A major theme is the significance of time travel.

• The main theme is the importance of physical strength.

• The central theme is the value of material possessions.

What can you infer about the Grace siblings' relationship?

• The Grace siblings have an indifferent and disconnected relationship.

• The Grace siblings have a competitive and hostile relationship.

• The Grace siblings have a distant and strained relationship.

• The Grace siblings have a close and supportive relationship.

Summarize a key event involving the seeing stone.

• The protagonist uses the seeing stone to unveil the enemy's illusions and plans.

• The seeing stone was used to predict the weather accurately.

• The protagonist used the seeing stone to communicate with animals.

• The seeing stone revealed hidden treasure to the protagonist.

Explain how the setting of the Spiderwick estate influences the plot of the book.

• The setting of the Spiderwick estate is too predictable to influence the plot

• The setting of the Spiderwick estate creates an atmosphere of mystery and magic that drives the plot forward through the discovery of hidden secrets and encounters with fantastical creatures.

• The setting of the Spiderwick estate has no impact on the plot

• The setting of the Spiderwick estate is too unrealistic to be believable

What character traits make Mallory Grace strong and independent?

• Determination, courage, intelligence, resilience

• Shyness, laziness, impulsiveness

How does the theme of family play a role in 'The Seeing Stone'?

• The protagonist has no family connections

• Family causes conflict and chaos

• The theme of family is shown through the protagonist's journey, emphasizing the importance of familial relationships, trust, loyalty, and their impact on decisions.

• Family is irrelevant to the plot

Make an inference about the intentions of the creatures encountered by the Grace siblings.

• The creatures were likely trying to steal from the forest.

• The creatures were likely trying to escape the forest.

• The creatures were likely trying to protect the forest.

• The creatures were likely trying to harm the forest.

Summarize the conflict caused by the seeing stone.

• Conflict arises due to the seeing stone being a symbol of unity

• Conflict arises due to the seeing stone being a source of healing

• Conflict arises due to the seeing stone being a coveted object by various factions.

• Conflict arises due to the seeing stone being a peaceful object