Chapter 1 - Up the Mountain Flashcards
Heidi’s aunt who has taken care of her
Detie
young, orphaned girl
Heidi
Detie’s friend
Barbie
Heidi’s grandfather; Tobias’ father
Uncle Alp
Heidi’s father and mother
Tobias & Adelheid
Peter’s mother
Bridget
Peter’s grandmother
Grannie
nailed soles
hobnailed
loner; withdrawn from others
hermit
gloomy
morose
How did Detie acquire Heidi?
Heidi’s parents died. When Heidi became an orphan, Detie (her aunt) and Heidi’s grandmother took Heidi in.
Why does Detie take Heidi to Uncle Alp?
After Heidi’s grandmother died, Detie got a job offer with a family in Frankfurt, so she is taking Heidi to Uncle Alp.
How is Uncle Alp perceived by the townspeople? Why?
He is odd, antisocial, and not a churchgoer. He is scary with a wild-looking, bristly, dreadful beard. He lives as a hermit and isn’t to be trusted. Generally, one might disapprove of him because of his past.
Describe the scenery surrounding Uncle Alp’s hut.
The hut stands on a little plateau on high pasture with a glorious valley view. Three old fir trees are behind the hut; beyond them are the mountains. Above the hut is grazing land; tangled undergrowth leads up to rugged peaks.
“I’ve looked after her up to now, bu I don’t mind telling you, I’m not going to turn down a good job like the one I’ve just been offered, because of her.”
Detie said about Heidi
