Understanding Jodi Picoult's Inspiration and Research

Jodi Picoult discusses her book 'Leaving Time', inspired by her personal experiences and research on elephants. She shares insights into elephant behavior, particularly their grieving process, and highlights the global issue of poaching. The conversation also covers her writing process, challenges in book adaptations, and audience questions.

What inspired Jodi Picoult to write 'Leaving Time'?

• A suggestion from her publisher

• A dream she had

• Her experience as an empty nester

• Her fascination with elephants

In 'Leaving Time', what is the profession of the character Alice Metcalf?

• A detective

• A psychic

• An elephant researcher

• A novelist

What type of research did Jodi Picoult conduct for her book?

• Watching documentaries

• Reading books about elephants

• Interviewing zookeepers

• Studying elephants in both captivity and the wild

What unique behavior do elephants exhibit when they encounter the bones of another elephant?

• They gather food

• They show signs of grief

• They become playful

• They ignore them

What is the estimated number of elephants killed each year due to poaching?

• 10,000

• 38,000

• 50,000

• 20,000

What was Jodi Picoult's reaction to the film adaptation of 'My Sister's Keeper'?

• She was unhappy with the ending change

• She was involved in the scriptwriting

• She was pleased with the changes

• She was indifferent

What does Jodi Picoult hope her books achieve?

• To entertain and educate

• To become bestsellers

• To be adapted into films

• To win literary awards

How does Jodi Picoult describe her writing process?

• As a structured routine

• As a collaborative effort

• As successful schizophrenia

• As a solitary activity

What does Jodi Picoult say about the relationship between physical distance and love?

• Physical distance weakens love

• Physical distance strengthens love

• Physical distance is irrelevant to love

• Physical distance is necessary for love

What does Jodi Picoult consider when choosing topics for her books?

• Personal relevance and curiosity

• Current trends

• Publisher's demands

• Reader's requests