Curious Incident …
Section 5, p. 144-179
1. While sitting in the train station, Christopher says, “I did a maths problem to make my head clearer.” Why might a “normal” person find this statement to be ironic?
2. Besides doing math problems, what other coping skills does Christopher employ in the train station?
3. Although Christopher excels at higher level math, we learn he doesn’t understand money and must ask the policeman for help buying the ticket. How do you account for the unevenness in his abilities?
4. Why does Christopher’s perception of the signs differ on p. 169 and 170?
5. After Christopher gets off the first train in London, how is he able to figure out which train to take next?
Journal/Reader Response #6
The novel is written from first person point of view. We are inside Christopher’s head and are able to see his view of the world. This unique perspective offers insight into his thinking. Pretend you’re a passenger on the train watching Christopher. Describe his actions.
Curious Incident …
Section 5, p. 144-179
1. While sitting in the train station, Christopher says, “I did a maths problem to make my head clearer.” Why might a “normal” person find this statement to be ironic?
2. Besides doing math problems, what other coping skills does Christopher employ in the train station?
3. Although Christopher excels at higher level math, we learn he doesn’t understand money and must ask the policeman for help buying the ticket. How do you account for the unevenness in his abilities?
4. Why does Christopher’s perception of the signs differ on p. 169 and 170?
5. After Christopher gets off the first train in London, how is he able to figure out which train to take next?
Journal/Reader Response #6
The novel is written from first person point of view. We are inside Christopher’s head and are able to see his view of the world. This unique perspective offers insight into his thinking. Pretend you’re a passenger on the train watching Christopher. Describe his actions.