Exploring Chapter 2 of The Witch of Blackbird Pond

What is Kit Tyler's initial impression of Connecticut?

• She believes it is vibrant and lively.

• She finds it welcoming and friendly.

• She feels it is strange and unfriendly.

• She thinks it is familiar and comforting.

How does Kit feel about her new home compared to Barbados?

• Kit is unhappy with her new home and misses Barbados.

• Kit loves her new home more than Barbados.

• Kit feels indifferent about her new home compared to Barbados.

• Kit feels mixed emotions about her new home compared to Barbados.

What challenges does Kit face in adapting to Puritan society?

• Kit struggles with conformity to strict moral codes, rigid social norms, and feelings of isolation.

• Kit finds friendship and acceptance among the Puritans.

• Kit is celebrated for her unique ideas and creativity.

• Kit easily adapts to the community's expectations.

Who does Kit meet in Chapter 2 that influences her experience?

• Thomas

• John

• Hannah

• Mary

What are some of the cultural differences Kit observes in Connecticut?

• Kit finds a more casual attitude, relaxed social interactions, and a focus on humor in Connecticut.

• Kit observes a more reserved demeanor, formal social customs, and an emphasis on politeness in Connecticut.

• Kit experiences a vibrant and expressive culture, with open discussions and a focus on individuality in Connecticut.

• Kit notices a lack of formalities, informal greetings, and a tendency towards rudeness in Connecticut.

How does the community react to Kit's arrival?

• The community is indifferent to Kit's presence.

• The community welcomes Kit with open arms.

• The community celebrates Kit's arrival with a festival.

• The community reacts with suspicion and hostility.

What role does the setting play in Kit's feelings of isolation?

• The setting intensifies Kit's feelings of isolation.

• The setting provides comfort to Kit.

• The setting has no impact on Kit's feelings.

• The setting makes Kit feel more connected to others.

What does Kit's clothing symbolize in her new environment?

• Kit's clothing symbolizes her individuality and the clash between her past and her new environment.

• Kit's clothing represents her desire to fit in with the new community.

• Kit's clothing reflects the traditional values of her new surroundings.

• Kit's clothing signifies her wealth and social status in the new environment.

How does Kit's background affect her interactions with the townspeople?

• Kit's background fosters strong connections with the townspeople.

• Kit's background creates tension and misunderstanding in her interactions with the townspeople.

• Kit's background makes her a beloved figure in the community.

• Kit's background has no impact on her interactions with the townspeople.

What themes of conformity and individuality are introduced in this chapter?

• Individuality is celebrated without any mention of conformity.

• Societal expectations are portrayed as entirely positive and beneficial.

• The themes of conformity and individuality are explored through the characters' struggles between societal expectations and personal expression.

• The chapter focuses solely on the theme of friendship.