ࡱ> npmk 6bjbjZ Z .N8cb8cb.jj,47n#####6666666$o8%;l66##6F##66h25# sD3"l66073;`;D5;5667;j u: As You Read: Chapter Questions Barbara Kingsolvers Flight Behavior Chapter 1 The novel opens with a paradox: A certain feeling comes from throwing your good life away, and it is one part rapture (Kingsolver 1). Explain this paradox and discuss how it sets the tone for the opening chapter. When we meet Dellarobia, she is making the difficult trek up the mountain to meet a man who is not her husband. On her feet are boots that only cost her six dollars but look brand new. What is the significance of these boots for Dellarobia, and how could they represent something more than just boots for her? After Dellarobia meets Jimmy, the telephone man, the weather takes an unexpected turn. Dellarobia then states, There is no use blaming the rain and mud, these are only elements. The disaster is the failed expectation (Kingsolver 9). Explain how this statement could have a double meaning. In addition to the childhood trauma of losing her parents, Dellarobia had a miscarriage as a teenager. How has the baby that never was affected Dellarobias life? Before committing an act that would change the course of her life entirely, Dellarobia witnesses something that stops her in her tracks. Discuss this moment and the Biblical allusions that surround this moment. Throughout this chapter, there are several references to varying shades of orange. List at least five of these examples (direct quotations). Then, make an interpretative claim about why Kingsolver may have included these references to this particular color. Chapter 2 Several women from the church have gathered at Hesters house for shearing day. The clear skies appear as a sign of Gods blessing for Hester, but Dellarobia doesnt seem to be of the same mindset. How does Dellarobia counter Hesters declaration, and how does this highlight a key difference between Cubs wife and his mother? Discuss the comparison between Dellarobias experience on the mountain and that of Moses receiving the ten commandments (22). How does Cubs unwillingness to stand up for himself affect his marriage? What types of unusual weather does Dellarobia make note of in this chapter? How is this weather affecting everyday life? Dellarobia makes another trek up the mountain, this time with her glasses. What does she realize about what she previously believed to be flames on the trees? Is this any more or less shocking than what she previously thought she saw on the trees? Explain your answer. Chapter 3 How are Dellarobias feelings regarding church attendance complex? In this chapter, we begin to understand some of the loneliness that Dellarobia feels as a stay-at-home mom. How does this affect her personally, and how does it affect her marriage? What events caused Dellarobia to lose her faith? Discuss the unique church dynamic that sets Mountain Fellowship apart from a traditional church. Why do you think a church like this is successful in a small town in a rural setting like Tennessee? Dellarobia is as surprised as everyone else when Cub speaks up during the church service. Why does he feel led to speak up, and how does this affect our evolving opinion of Cub? Why do you think Hester doesnt seem to be as pleased about this vision as her son? Briefly explain the argument between Brenda and Crystal. Why do you think Kingsolver chose to include this conflict within the setting of the larger story? Explain your answer. Chapter 4 Are Hesters actions and comments regarding Dellarobias vision a result of jealousy or skepticism? Explain your answer using textual evidence. Dellarobia thinks back on some of her previous crushes. What seems to be the recurring theme with these fantasies? What are the differing opinions at the church regarding Dellarobias vision? Admittedly, Crystal is not the most likable character. How does Kingsolver create some sympathy for her in this chapter? Dellarobia and her children have some surprise guests visiting them in this chapter. What shocking information does she learn from them? Chapter 5 How is Ovid Byron both a source of mystery and intrigue? Why do you think Dellarobia chooses to invite Ovid to dinner? There have been plenty of others who have come to see the butterflies, but he is the only one she invited to dinner. Why is he different? Explain your reasoning. How do we see Dellarobias self-conscious worry and low self-esteem manifest in this chapter? How does Cub act during dinner with Ovid? Is this surprising? Why? After explaining all that she knows about the butterflies and this phenomenon, Dellarobia learns that Ovid is a scientist. What is his reasoning for not telling her upfront, and what does this show us about his personality? Chapter 6 How has the weather taken on a new personality in the opening of this chapter? What do you think it could be symbolizing? Explain your answer. Why do you think Cub is so quick to welcome Ovid? This seems a little out of character, or at the very least, out of his comfort zone, so what could be the cause? This chapter presents a drastic change in Dellarobia and Cub, especially regarding decision making. How have they changed, and what do you think is the cause of this change? Why is it significant that Hester comes to Dellarobia for help, and for what reason is she seeking help? While watching Cordie use an old play telephone with a cord as everything but a telephone, what does Dellarobia realize? What is the significance of this realization as it relates to Dellarobias life on a larger scale? How has working with the scientists helped Dellarobia grow as an individual, and why is this important to her growth as a character overall? In addition to the growing fears about the unusual climate, Dellarobia has new fears about the logging contract her father-in-law is arranging. What is this new fear, and how did it come about? How do the butterflies, which have such short life spans, travel such great distances? Chapter 7 What are some of the reasons that Dellarobia and Cub argue so much while shopping for the kids Christmas gifts? How has Cubs view of Dellarobias notoriety shifted since when he first shared her vision with the church? How do we know that Hester is starting to crack, and what is the cause? When discussing what to do about the logging contract, Dellarobia and Cub argue about whom to trust. This makes Dellarobia think about how most people decide whom to listen to for information. Dellarobia realizes, Nobody truly decided for themselves. There was too much information. What they actually did was scope around, decide who was looking out for their clan, and sign on for the memos on a wide array of topics (Kingsolver 166). Dellarobia has proven to be an imperfect heroine. How is that reflected in this chapter? Chapter 8 Compare and contrast Dovey and Dellarobia. New Years Eve began well for Dellarobia and Cub. Why did it end poorly? What is it that draws Dellarobia to Ovid? Why is Cub against Dellarobia working for Ovid if they need the money? Why do you think this is the first time that Dellarobia and Dovey discuss the miscarriage? Why is she ready to discuss it at this time? When discussing the guy who has been flirting with Dovey for a while, what does Dellarobia discover? Why does this matter so much to her? Discuss how the road up the mountain to see the butterflies has changed over the last few months and what this could symbolize or represent on a broader scale. How does the national news coverage change everything for Dellarobia and those around her? Chapter 9 Before talking with Dellarobia, Ovid did not know about the issues surrounding public education in poverty-stricken areas. How does this news affect him? How should it affect members of the public? Similarly, Dellarobia discovers the immensity of the concern about the monarch butterflies on her land. What does she learn from Ovid about this butterfly phenomenon, and how does it affect her? Why do protesters show up at Dellarobias house? How does Dellarobia deal with them? How does she demonstrate courage? Chapter 10 Preston has demonstrated a growing interest in science, but Dellarobia worries about his desire to become a scientist. Why? How does Dellarobia accidentally see Ovid undressed? How does it affect her? Why is Hester so nervous to be around Pastor Bobby, and why is he meeting with her so often? How do Pete and Dellarobia bond in this chapter? What new information regarding climate change does Dellarobia learn from Ovid? What does Dellarobia mean when she says, Im not saying I dont believe you. Im saying I cant (Kingsolver 283). Chapter 11 What evidence do we have that Dellarobia and Cub have grown as a couple at this point? Describe the familys experience when Dellarobia and Covey take the kids to a secondhand store. Why is this significant? Discuss the potential symbolism surrounding the winged ant that Dellarobia reads about in the encyclopedia. Who is Leighton Atkins, and what purpose does this character serve in the larger context of the novel? Explain how the monarch butterflies function as a super-insect (Kingsolver 318-319). Ovid and Dellarobia discuss the notion of "social communities" and their effect on all aspects of life. Who, according to Ovid, acts as the referees? Do you agree or disagree with this statement? Explain your answer. What does Leighton not realize about his desire to push the sustainability pledge on Dellarobia and the people in her community? Chapter 12 How does the relationship between Hester and Dellarobia continue to develop? For what reasons do you think Dellarobia is putting in so much effort to learn about the lambs and how to care for them? Are you surprised to learn that Hester "might" believe in climate change? Why or why not? Why would Kingsolver include the chance meeting between Hester & Dellarobia and Nelda & Myrtle? Dellarobia considers the idea of returning to her previous self impossible (Kingsolver 342). Why is this? Dellarobia finally learns why Hester chose not to get close to Dellarobia or the kids. Do you find her reasons to be valid, or do you consider her actions cowardly? Explain your answer. Explain what a "kinship" system is, and why it is important, particularly in Appalachian culture. According to Josefina, what do Mexicans believe the butterflies symbolize? How does this relate to other aspects of the novel? Why does Ovid lose his cool when talking with the news reporter? In what ways is this unintentional moment necessary and significant? Chapter 13 What significant occurrence does Dellarobia witness? Cub and Dellarobia return to his old room where they first stayed when they got married. What do we learn about their relationship? What do we learn when Dellarobia and Cub have a heart-to-heart, honest conversation? What does Dellarobia learn about herself, and what does she hope to change? How is Juliet, Ovids wife, different from what Dellarobia initially thought? Explain the history and etynology of King Billies and how they got that name. How does Juliet add to the discussion of identities among people? Why was Ovid so happy to first learn about monarch butterflies? What does Dellarobia learn about marriage by observing Ovid and Juliet? What is the result of the familys meeting with Pastor Bobby? What major news does Dellarobia learn about Hester and her past? How does it affect their relationship? Chapter 14 How does the early birth of a lamb present struggles and moments of growth for Dellarobia? As Dellarobia and Cub confront their truth and worry about their mistakes, what is the one thing she insists they got right? Do you agree? Why or why not? Dellarobia takes Preston to see some of the monarch butterflies who have survived. Why is this a special moment for the two of them? Why was it important for Dellarobia to tell Preston about the baby who didnt survive? 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