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Jo has just trusted Laurie with news of her submitted stories, and his praise raises her hopes. She now asks for the secret he offered in exchange.
“Where’s your secret? Play fair, Teddy, or I’ll never believe you again,” she said, trying to extinguish the brilliant hopes that blazed up at a word of encouragement. “I may get into a scrape for te...
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Narration Prompt
Trace Jo's manuscript secret from the garret to the newspaper office, Laurie, and the March family. How does its meaning change as more people know?
Discussion Questions
- Jo says she hid her submission so no one else would be disappointed. Is she mainly protecting her family, her own courage, or both?
- Jo shares news about her own stories, while Laurie shares news that concerns Meg and another person. How does ownership of the information change what each friend is entitled to tell?
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Vocabulary
Item 1
Hard to explain because important information is hidden
Item 2
A trusted person who is told private thoughts or news
Item 3
To put out a flame or hold down a rising feeling
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