Hello i read the book bridge to terabitha and i have an assignment i need some help on.
i need to pick 5 characters and describe six events or circumstances that caused the character to change or evolve.
i have picked the characters
Jesse Oliver Aarons
Leslie Burke
Mrs. Aarons
Mr. Aarons
Ellie
Brenda
I can pick any character i want from the book.
please help me list some more of character change and evolution.
please be specific when describing events
I haven't read this book, but this site may help you.
http://www.sparknotes.com/lit/terabithia/
Certainly! Here are six events or circumstances that caused the characters in "Bridge to Terabithia" to change or evolve:
1. Jesse Oliver Aarons:
- Event 1: Jesse's friendship with Leslie Burke: When Leslie moves to the neighborhood and becomes Jesse's closest friend, it challenges his preconceived notions about gender roles and expands his imagination.
- Event 2: Leslie's unexpected death: This tragic event causes Jesse to confront the concepts of loss and grief, ultimately forcing him to mature emotionally.
2. Leslie Burke:
- Event 3: Leslie's move to Lark Creek: Moving from a city to a rural area forces Leslie to adapt to a different lifestyle, make new friends, and adjust to a new school environment.
- Event 4: Creation of Terabithia: Leslie, along with Jesse, creates the imaginary land of Terabithia, which becomes a place for them to escape from reality and explore their creativity.
3. Mrs. Aarons:
- Event 5: Jesse's artistic aspirations: As Jesse becomes interested in art, his mother, Mrs. Aarons, initially discourages him. However, when she notices his dedication, she starts to appreciate and support his talent.
4. Mr. Aarons:
- Event 6: Jesse's participation in the school race: Seeing Jesse's dedication to training for the race, Mr. Aarons realizes the importance of supporting and encouraging his son, which helps in repairing their strained relationship.
Note: Ellie and Brenda are not main characters in "Bridge to Terabithia." If you want to explore more significant character changes, you may consider discussing characters like May Belle Aarons, Janice Avery, Miss Edmunds, or Leslie's parents as well.