Wednesday, January 14, 2015

Gathering of Pearls" Study Guide Questions - Ch. 4

Chapter 4
1.     Define melancholy.

Melancholy is a feeling of sadness.

2.     Why is Sookan melancholy after reading her mother’s letter?

Sookan could tell that things were difficult back home, and she felt ashamed for not being there to help her mother through her hardships.

3.     Describe Sookan’s mother (her character and personality).


Sookan’s mother was very kind and she hated imposing on her children. She felt responsible for setting a good example. She loved her children and expected her children to love each other. She appreciated what she had in life and helped people who were less fortunate than her.

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