In Mrs Tilscher's Class Explanation

Question 1

1. “chalky Pyramids rubbed into dust”

Answer 1

shows they view teacher as wonderful and magical. Highlights childhood naivety and innocence.

Question 2

“The laugh of a bell swung by a running child.”

Answer 2

shows how carefree children are. personification, shows end of school day creating a happy atmosphere.

Question 3

“This was better than home”

Answer 3

comfortable atmosphere. contrast with most kids as they prefer shcool

Question 4

“The classroom glowed like a sweetshop.”

Answer 4

shows its a vibrant atmosphere. shows it was a place with wide variety and many things that tempted/interested children

Question 5

“changed from commas into exclamation marks.”

Answer 5

shows going from naivety of childhood into adolescence - taller + bolder

Question 6

“Stared at your parents, appalled, when you got back home.”

Answer 6

new information shows the ending of innocence, feeling disgust + horror.

Question 7

“as the sky split open, into a thunderstorm”

Answer 7

pathetic fallacy, shows impact of growing up: drama, strong emotions. Implies danger out of school gates. scared + excited at thought of adolescence

Question 8

“heavy, sexy sky”

Answer 8

loss of innocence/ big emotion growing up

Question 9

“Mrs Tilscher loved you.”

Answer 9

simple tone, clear the students feel loved. Makes reader feel part of the class

Question 10

“You asked her how you were born and Mrs Tilschers smiled, then turned away.”

Answer 10

shows maturity - teacher no longer part