Little Women - Chapter 29

Study guide for 4th – 6th Grade

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After the calls, Amy brushes crumbs from Jo's bonnet and insists that a small courtesy to Aunt March is worth the trouble.

“What a good girl you are, Amy!” said Jo, with a repentant glance from her own damaged costume to that of her sister, which was fresh and spotless still. “I wish it was as easy for me to do little thi...

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Discussion Questions

Narration Prompt

Retell the calls in order, showing how Jo changes her manner, how people respond, and where she begins to recognize the value of small courtesies.

Discussion Questions

  1. What does Jo's exaggerated obedience at the Chesters' and Lambs' reveal about the difference between keeping a promise and honoring its purpose?
  2. How should Jo weigh truthful amusement against Amy's right to keep family economies private at the Lambs'?

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Vocabulary

Item 1

A person's outward manner and bearing, which Jo exaggerates into cold silence

Item 2

Pleasant and considerate in company, the manner Amy wants Jo to practice

Item 3

Open truthfulness that becomes inconsiderate when Jo shares Amy's private economies

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