RL.7.6 Character - Beth and the Twilight Star"

It helps the reader realize that the characters are in a dangerous situation.

It allows the reader to connect to the feelings Beth is experiencing.

It helps the reader understand the reason for space travel.

It allows the reader to recognize Linnia’s motivation.

“‘Wh—who are you?’ Beth stammered.”

“Beth found herself following the girl across the room to a row of couches.”

“Then finally her breath came back and she felt herself rise to the top of the cushion again.”

“‘But my father and mother,’ Beth said desperately, ‘and my friends!’”

dialogue

flashback

brief paragraphs

figurative language

Beth’s point of view differs from Linnia’s because Beth is excited to explore space, while Linnia is afraid of traveling between planets.

Beth’s point of view differs from Linnia’s because Beth has always wanted to visit Sirius, while Linnia wishes she could stay on Earth forever.

Beth’s point of view differs from Linnia’s because Beth has been taken from Earth and finds herself on her way to Sirius where she has no knowledge of the environment, while Linnia has knowledge of both Earth and Sirius so she is comfortable in both places.

Beth’s point of view differs from Linnia’s because Beth is a scientist studying Sirius, while Linnia is a visitor to Earth who knows little about human life.