The Secret Garden Chapter 22

1)What was the magic according  to Dickon?

A: According to Dickon Magic was something that some people have and some don’t

2)How had Ben entered the garden? For what purpose?

A: Ben had entered the garden over the wall because before Colin’s mom died she made him promise that if she ever left, or got sick or anything that Ben would have to take care of her roses.

3)What did Colin want to do before the sun set?

A: Colin wanted to plant a rose bush before the sun went down.

Thought Questions:

1)How did Ben justify breaking orders and coming into the Garden? Were his reasons valid? What does his reasoning tell you about his character?

A:Ben said that Colin’s mom wanted him to take care of her roses forever. I think that his reasons were valid. I think that Ben is a little rough on the outside, but once you get to know him, he’s really sweet.

2) Why do you think Burnett used the word “magic”  so frequently? Think about Mary’s childhood and her love of fantasy books. Think also about the way the children’s growth was related to discovering joy in life and seeing ordinary things in a new way?

A: I think that that’s just part of the book that makes it special.