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What role does religion play in this book? What religion do you suppose Griet practices and why does Maria Thins say, "that is something new for you to see," when she catches Griet glancing at the picture of the crucifixion? **(Rachael)** ====== -The family members of Vermeer seem to be extremely watchful of Griet (especially Vermeer himself and Maria Thins). Why is this? (5,18) -Why does Griet feel she has the right to slap Cornelia? (22) [Traci] How does the senses play a role in the novel? (especially the sense of sight) Why is it that Griet always lowers her head, hiding her face behind her cap? (Alison) 1)What kind of mother figure do you think Griet will be to Veneer's daughters? 2)Do you think Griet is a strong independent woman throughout the story as shown as when she wards off the man that had rescued her pot from the water? -Why does Griet feel she has the right to slap Cornelia? (22) 1) What is the significance of Griet's vegetable sorting methods (5)? 2) Which personality is the true Griet, the shy, silent girl or the strong girl who does not bow her head in confrontations? 3) How can Maria Thins read Griet's thoughts? Are they similar in character? (18) 1) What are your thoughts about Vermeer? Do you think there is a connection or similarity between Vermeer and Griet? 2) Change is mentioned several times. Do you think Griet has begun to change, even within a day of leaving home? 1). How can Maria Thins read or know what Griet is thinking? 2). What do you think of the Star in the center of the town? And why is it the center of Griet's life? How does Griet’s description of someone’s eyes relate to her judgement of their character? Is Griet headstrong or insecure? 1) Why would Cornelia be most afraid of her grandmother? 2) Griet wears her cap differently from other girls. She wears a white, stiff cap that covers her hair completely as well as her expressions from side view. Does this imply anything about her character? Is there any significance behind her cap style? **Jared Hara** 1) How does Griet read human thoughts so easily? Is this normal in this story? 2) Are Griet's actions manipulative and controlling or are they merely a means for her to survive?
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 * [Traci**]-The family members of Vermeer seem to be extremely watchful of Griet (especially Vermeer himself and Maria Thins). Why is this? (5,18)
 * Brianna**
 * Lori Yamashita**
 * Ali Olsen**
 * Kim Roy**
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