Novel Study - In English we are learning Novel Study , There is Unwind and Tomorrow When The War Began . There are several questions to answer once we have read the book .
Must Do - Chapter 1-4
1.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of the first person narration?
Disadvantages are when you can only hear and see one persons thoughts and point of view , A disadvantage is when you end a chapter and you want to hear more about what happened to 1 character and they change their narrator.
2.
What kind of story do you think Ellie is going to tell? Use evidence from the text to support your answers.
I think that this a true story that Ellie is trying to tell but was a story that was told around 1920 and rewrote it to make more sense to today's punctuation .
3.
What set of skills to these characters have to convince their parents that they can ¨go bush¨ independently. Find examples for three characters.
I think it was Fi´s parents that had to go on a business trip and she asked her parents , 6 of the other teenagers (not including Ellie) found out that her parents let her take the Landie and Ellie convinced her parents that she knew where to go because it was not that far from her normal camping site .
4.
What picture do we get of Kevin in Chapter 3?
We picture him as a person who lives of a farm and tall and dark skinned , according to Corrie he is a kind and gentle person , Kevin is also a person who is afraid of living animals that CAN kill you , but most likely not to.
5.
What does Ellie liken Fi to? Do you think this is a fair assessment of her character? Use examples from the text to support your thinking
Ellie likens Fi to that she is like a beautiful model , ¨There was something a bit self-conscious about the way she was walking , and the was she stood there in the cooling sunlight , like a model doing a fashion shoot on a beach , I think she knew it , and loved it¨
6.
Ellie claims that ¨Hell¨ is only a label and that people label things all the time , Often ignoring or overlooking certain labelled places or things . She them comes to the conclusion that ¨Hell¨ was people´. Is she right?
What´s your opinion, on labelling and Hell?
I think that Ellie is right about people and labelling things because without people places and things would not have names as well as countries . Without humans these places wouldn't even have names , they would just be places where you could go to live or travel.
7.
What was especially peculiar about the planes that flew over Hell?
Their Noise , Their Speed , Their Darkness Frightened me.
Can Do
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Vocabulary
Chronological - When you plan a series of events and they need to be in a certain order.
Authority - When you are in charge of everyone and can give your orders to everyone . A job for that is being a boss of your employee
Alternatives - When there is over 1 option to choose from.
Gratification - When you have satisfaction of when you get what you want or maybe what you have longed for.
Obstinate -
Hoist - When something is lifted to the above.
Unsympathetic - When you judge something without thinking about what their going through.
Scrutinising - When you watch something very carefully and as well as every small details as well.
Commemoration - A celebration to remember someones loss of life or to just remember them in general to admire the things that they changed in life.
Hysterically - When you are unable to manage something you have caused
Concealed - To keep anything from being shown to anyone else and hidden.
Must Do - Chapter 5-8
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2.
What is the first sign that something is wrong at Ellies house?
When 3 Ellies puppies have been found dead , The mother of the puppies barely even having any sign of life , as well as their is no sign of life inside the house when their should be dishes in the dishwasher/sink and loud TV playing in the living room.
3.
Do you think the way the teenagers reacted to realisation that Australia may have been invaded or war was realistic? Why/Why not?
I think the way they reacted was realistic , Because of how fast they were thinking when they find most of Ellie dogs dead and her parents left them to die and no note of her parents whereabouts , So they assumed that because of horror of signs left at each of their houses , That they never came back from Commemoration Day.
4.
What possible reasons exist that could spark war or invasion in Australia?
Because of the 3 solider that Corrie , Kevin and Ellie had led them to one of their neighbours houses and set a trap with the ride-on mower.
5.
Which people in the group were starting to stand out as leaders , is it surprising? Why/Why not?
Homer , this is because he is always trying to convince all of his friends and class that he doesn't have any feelings and he is a emotionless person and pulls pranks of everyone.
6.
How is Ellie's image of Kevin changing in Chapter 3 and 7?
7.
Why does the idea of a female soldier surprise Ellie?
If "Tomorrow When The War Began" was written and released in the 1900 years , then they used to force males from each country to fight for the war . So maybe Ellie was just shocked to see a female soldier
8.
Ellie and Kevin quick-thinking allowed them to turn a ride-on lawnmower in to a bomb . Was this mortal behaviour ? Did they do the right thing ? or should they have surrendered themselves?
They did the right thing because of the soldiers are from a different country and the soldiers didn't give them any reason to not kill them , someones parents left a note telling them they don't have any knowledge of whats going on and tell their children to stay safe and be careful/
9.
Homer says "This is war now , normal rules don't apply , They are the ones that tore up the rule book not us" What does this say about his character ? What do you think of the validity of his opinions?
This means that Homer is ready for it and he will risk it if it means that he will have to cost it his own life.
10.
What pieces of evidence inform the reader that this invasion was not entirely peaceful ?
Find 3 examples.
1. When Ellie , Kevin and Corrie created a bomb out of a ride-on mower and kill 3 soldiers .
2. When Ellie and Homer go looking for Robyn and Lee , Robyn tells them that Lee has been shot in the calve of the leg.
3. The soldiers bomb rockets and explosives to the farm of I think Kevin house , they have to hide in the shed to get to safety .
Chapter 9-12
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Why , In Ellie opinion , Is Cobblers bay and Wirrawee so important to the invaders?
Because they needed to keep the people that lived in Cobblers Bay and Wirrawee to keep quiet , So they can try to take over the rest of the country.
2.
Corrie and Ellie reminisce about how innocent they were in high school and even a few days ago . Why were they so innocent? Why are they no longer innocent?
They used to be innocent because they never messed with other people , They just worried about themselves , Corrie and Ellie talked about how they used to go up to their tree house and play dolls and tea party. They are now no longer innocent because they killed real people , they had real lives and had families to go back to .
3.
By blowing up Corrie house , What does the invading force demonstrate to the teenagers?
By blowing Corrie house up , That was the way of the invader signalling to them that they won't joke around and that this isn't a game to them and they will stop at nothing till they are killed , no matter how old or young they are.
4.
Describe the strategy Homer and Ellie use to ensure their safety when riding their bikes in to town . What does this show about how they are starting to think?
They go at dark and night time so they will have a less of a chance of getting caught and spotted by the intruders of their country.
5.
How does Ellie feel as she is waiting in the truck at Council Depot? Where do her emotions come from?
Ellie had the emotions of Cold , Fear and Excitement as she described , she had the shivers , But then Ellie began to realise that an emotion of Love filled her . For the Love of her friends , If she had let her friends down they could die.
6.
Why is it so terrible that Chris falls asleep while on sentry duty? How does Ellie react? Why do you think she react this way? How does she feel aster her reaction later?
Its terrible that Chris fell asleep because he fell asleep , that put all of them in the danger and risked their lives . Ellie yelled and screamed at Chris and she even kicked Chris because of the risk of putting their lives in danger . Ellie felt guilty after she did kind-of a tantrum at Chris , she felt guilty and she was too harsh on him.
Must Do Chapter 13-16
1.
All the teenagers have a specific role to play in their group . Describe the roles each teenager plays .
Ellie - Ellie thinks with her head and not her heart , Ellie doesn't like to take risks in life and she thinks abut the negatives of something and not thinking about the positives
Lee - Lee follows his heart , Lee thinks with both of his head and heart , He likes to takes risks because if he didn't he would be thinking to himself , What would have happened if I did make that decision.
2.
According to what the teenagers hear on Corries radio , Why would America best not get involved with Australia struggle's?
America is best not to get involved because , if they get involved that will cause more war and will lead to World War 3 .
3.
Why is Australia being Invaded?
Australia is being invaded because the country that is attacking them has no very much money and has normally has to sit on the sidelines and watch as other people get expensive stuff like WiFi and Technology , When they can't.
4.
What do Kevin and Robyn argue about? Do you think Robyn's points are fair?
I couldn't remember who was arguing but I am sure they were arguing over the reason why the Invaders did what they are doing . Because they watch as other people get what they wanted and they never got any of that , So the invaders are taking revenge because they never got that.
5.
"Paradise in Hell" is an oxymoron . What does it mean?
"Paradise in Hell" is both a "Hell" and "Paradise" . It is "Hell" because from experience and is also called "Hell" as well , But is "Paradise" because they can live freely there Because no one is hunting them down , But they have boundaries that they cannot cross because of the invaders.
6.
Kevin's hatred for the invader is quite extreme . Why do you think he is so angry?
I think Kevin has the right to be angry , Because the invaders are murdering population of Wirrawee and even though they did watch , I think they have gone too far across the line by murdering them .
7.
Despite the fact that the teenagers are in War-Zone , Evading enemy soldiers and planning guerrilla operations , they still find time to harbour romances , Do you think this is realistic?
Yes , Because even though they are in what seems like a World War 3 , They are teenagers that are possibly still going through puberty and their hormones and emotions get in the way so they won't be able to help it if they may have a little crush .
8.
Briefly summarise the story of the "Hermit From Hell" . Do you believe he killed his family?
I think Hermit could be capable of it . If Hermit did , They could have found some deep and dark secret and didn't want anyone to know , He could have married for money or he could have been undercover spy maybe , or He did really love his wife and child but was framed , or He could have killed them for money , but needed everyone to know or at least think that he was madly in love with his wife and cared and loved his child . There could be a possibility that they faked their death though.
Chapter 17 - 20
1.
Why does Ellie feel uncomfortable with Chris bringing cigarettes and alcohol in to Hell?
The teenagers have already broke so many rules , Too many to count , and she didn't get that the day before you turn 18 you can't get drunk , but one you turn 18 you can drink all you like , And there was such a small period of time between that.
2.
What happened to the soldiers involved with the lawnmower incident , according to Robyn? How does this make Ellie feel?
Robyn told her story of what happened to her and her group when going to The Showground , Robyn told them that 4 of the soldiers died , Their families were being treated as well , getting special treatment , feeding well and getting enough rest needed . Their were as well fighting in the hospital , people were being killed and injured .
3.
What is it meant by a "clean war"? Why are those invaders so intent on having a "clean war"?
Because the country that has started the war want a "clean" war because , they don't want to attract The Union Nation as well as The Red Cross attention. They have less of a chance of America getting involved is they don't include torturing them.
4.
Why do you think the prisoners were sent to clean up the houses around town?
The prisoners were supposed to clean up any old mouldy , stale food and any dead pets and animals . I think they were checking for anything useful as well.
5.
What makes Ellie think the soldiers walking past are professionals?
They are professionals because they are very specific and pay attention to detail and spot most things nobody can , so it looks as though they are well trained for this.
6.
What are some clues that the group is starting to think "more like soldiers"?
They are as well being more aware of their actions. When Corries parents left a note they were more cautious of their actions and started to act like guerrillas and soldiers , as Ellie described.
7.
Why is Ellie nervous about being paired with Fi? Were her concerns about Fi realised?
8.
What is true courage according to Ellie?
When Ellie and Fi were in the Tanker , Ellie says she always admired Fi because of her beauty , but now she admired her for not only her beauty , but also her courage . In that moment it was more of her courage she admired . She admired Fi for her courage to go walking around town , giving the state their in not many people would be brave enough to do it.
9.
What problems do Fi and Ellie encounter on their mission to bring the tanker to the appropriate place under the bridge? How do they deal with these problems?
