Chapters 31-33

In chapter 31, Mr. Birkway begins to share some of the journals with the class.  Why does he do this?  Do you agree with this? Why or why not?

Another message appears on Phoebe's porch the day after Sal and Phoebe break into
Mrs. Cadaver's house.  The message is, "We never know the worth of water until the well is dry."  

What does this quote mean?  How does it relate to the characters in the novel?

After learning the truth about Margaret Cadaver's husband's death, Sal allows herself to "walk in Margaret's moccasins".  

Re-read pages 220-221 and explain how each of the mysterious messages help Sal understand Mrs. Cadaver's perspective.  What does Sal realize by putting herself in Margaret's position?