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There seems to be a level of synthesis (things coming together) in chapter six. At the beginning Cat claims that Journey is “hiding out” rather than actually being sick. Then, Grandma believes that Journey is more introspective than Cat. Read the following quotes and determine what “introspection” means.
“Cat is a woman of action. She doesn’t believe much in introspection.”
“Introspection?”
Grandma sat on my bed.
“What you have been doing in here the past two days. Thinking, mostly about yourself.”
Journey – pages 34-35
o Using the context, define what “introspection” means.
o Using a dictionary, define what “introspection” means.
Consider the meaning of “introspection” while reading the following excerpt:
“We all do the best we can, you know,” said Grandma. “Your sister and I garden ourselves into madness.” She looked at me. “You think yourself into a sore throat.” She sighed and gestured toward the barn. “And your grandfather takes pictures.”
Journey – page 36
Explain what Grandma is trying to help Journey realize in this chapter.
