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Cynthia LordBecause of the Rabbit
Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Essay Topics
How do the rabbit facts in the chapter titles relate to chapter contents? Pick five chapter titles not analyzed in the guide and discuss, citing examples from the text.
How does Gabe’s job as a Maine Game Warden influence Emma’s childhood and shape her outlook on life?
Why are Pépère’s stories important to Emma? How does she apply them to the emotions and experiences she has in the novel?
What characteristics does a good friend have, according to the novel? Which characters in the novel are “good friends” and why?
Which public school experiences does Emma find the most challenging? What does her handling of these say about her character?
Why is Jack treated differently by his peers? How does Emma’s treatment of Jack throughout the novel mirror her own character flaws and growth?
What themes and character traits do Pépère’s stories build on? Cite examples from the text.
What role does Lapi play in Emma’s transition from being homeschooled to starting public school?
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