Why was The Witch of Blackbird Pond banned?
Why was The Witch of Blackbird Pond banned?
The two people accused of witchcraft in the book are not witches. However this book has been banned because of promoting witchcraft and violence.
Is The Witch of Blackbird Pond a true story?
Tamara K. H. True historical events referenced in Elizabeth George Speare’s The Witch of Blackbird Pond concern the charter of the Connecticut colony. Matthew’s reference to King Charles is indeed historically accurate. In 1662, 25 years prior to the year the novel is set in, 1687, King Charles II…
Is there a sequel to The Witch of Blackbird Pond?
The Witch of Blackbird Pond is a children’s novel by American author Elizabeth George Speare, published in 1958. The story takes place in late-17th century New England. It won the Newbery Medal in 1959….The Witch of Blackbird Pond.
| 1958 first edition | |
|---|---|
| Author | Elizabeth George Speare |
| Preceded by | Calico Captive |
| Followed by | The Bronze Bow |
How old is Nat in The Witch of Blackbird Pond?
eight years
Who does Judith marry in The Witch of Blackbird Pond?
William Ashby
Who does mercy marry in The Witch of Blackbird Pond?
John Holbrook
What happens at the end of The Witch of Blackbird Pond?
At the end of The Witch of Blackbird Pond all is right with the world: Kit Tyler has been cleared of all charges of witchcraft and is a free woman.
What is the climax of The Witch of Blackbird Pond?
Climax. When many of the villagers come down with a deadly fever, an angry mob tries to attack Hannah Tupper, believing her to be a witch responsible for the illnesses. Kit manages to get Hannah to safety, only to be accused of witchcraft herself.
When was The Witch of Blackbird Pond banned?
2002
What grade level is The Witch of Blackbird Pond?
The Witch of Blackbird Pond
| Interest Level | Reading Level | ATOS |
|---|---|---|
| Grades 4 – 8 | Grades 4 – 8 | 5.7 |
Who first challenged Bridge to Terabithia?
Paterson’s novel for young people was challenged in 1986 as recommended reading for 6th grade students in the Lincoln, NE schools. Parents objected to the book’s “profanity” including the phrase “Oh, Lord” and use of “Lord” used as an expletive.
What’s the nasty woman’s disease?
tuberculosis
How long was Nettie in Africa?
Nettie tells them that the world is changing and is no longer a world for just boys and men. We next learn that Nettie has been there five years.