Serafina Chapter 28-31
Serafina and the Black Cloak
| chapters 28-31 | Words and Phrases - analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone. | Key Events - Explain how a story’s plot is developed by a series of events. | Comprehension Questions |
| chapter 28 | ‘I’m sorry’, she said gently ‘I forgot you don't know me. my name is Leandra.’” How does this quote support the shift in mood between Serafina and Leandra? | How does the discovery of her mother impact Serafina’s character?How does the initial reaction between Serafina and her mom contribute to the development of the plot? | 1. What connects are made between Serafina and the bodiless graves ?2. “More than anything right now, I just want you to know how much I love you. I love you Serafina. I Have always loved you.” What does this reveal about Serafina’s mother? 3. What is the significance of how Mr. and Mrs. Vanderbilt react to Serafina? |
| chapter 29 | What is a catamount? What does this reveal about Serafina’s past? How do the unmarked graves illustrate the struggles this individual faced whiled being trapped in the cloak? What mood does the author create throughout this chapter? Use explicit evidence to support your answer. | What is significant about Serafina learning that both of her parents are catamounts?Why does Serafina’s mother claim to have left her in the wood after birth? What type of conflict is portrayed throughout the realization and what impact does this have on their relationship? | |
| Chapter 30 | What words or phrases explain the complete shift in mood over the last few chapters? | How does the return to Biltmore impact Serafina’s future? | |
| Chapter 31 | How does the author support Serafina’s unfaltering love for her mother and father? | What is revealed about Serafina and Braeden’s relationship? include the evolution of their bond. | |
| Summarize | Explain the evolution of Serafina’s character throughout the progression of the novel. | ||