The Graveyard Book Chapter 8

What was Bod's attitude towards adventure in Chapter 8?

• Bod was extremely cautious and avoided any kind of adventure

• Bod was indifferent towards adventure and didn't care about it

• Bod was always seeking out dangerous adventures and taking unnecessary risks

• Bod was excited about his future and being able to travel

What was the significance of Bod's final moments in the graveyard before leaving?

• Represented his desire to return to the world of the living

• Signified his decision to become a vampire

• Indicated his fear of the world of the dead

• Symbolized his transition from the world of the dead to the world of the living

What does sexton mean?

• A sexton is a term for a type of fish.
• A sexton is a historical figure in literature.
• A sexton is a type of musical instrument.
• A sexton is a church caretaker or grave digger.

What does perplexed mean?

• Calm and relaxed.
• Clear and straightforward.
• Baffled or astonished.
• Confused or puzzled.

What is NOT a topic that you could create a theme from in The Graveyard Book?

• Life/Death

• Change/Growth

• Supernatural

• Vampires/Werewolves

What does immutable mean?

• Changeable or easily modified
• Temporary and flexible
• Consistent and variable
• unchangeable or unable to be modified.

What did Silas advise Bod before he left the graveyard?

• Always share your secrets with strangers

• Trust everyone you meet

• Never leave the graveyard

• Be careful and to have a life worth living

What theme is prevalent in Bod's decision to leave the graveyard?

• Fear and insecurity

• Boredom and routine

• Dependence and isolation

• Independence and exploration

What does peered mean?

• To look closely or intently at something.
• To shout at someone loudly.
• To glance at something briefly.
• To ignore something completely.

How did Bod's departure impact the other inhabitants of the graveyard?

• They threw a party to celebrate

• They felt sad and nostalgic

• They didn't care at all

• They felt happy and relieved