Marc's mission

The questions inside

One per chapter, across all 24 chapters — every question is editable before you print.

1. Chapter 1: What problem, goal, or challenge is introduced for Marc at the beginning of the story, and why does it matter to him?
2. Chapter 2: How does Marc feel about the work he has to do, and what clues in the chapter help you understand his feelings?
3. Chapter 3: Choose one important word or phrase from this chapter. What do you think it means, and how does it connect to Marc's mission?
4. Chapter 4: What lesson does Marc learn from Uncle Jake or another character in this chapter, and how could that lesson help Marc later?
5. Chapter 5: What choice does Marc make in this chapter? Do you think it was a smart choice? Explain your thinking.
6. Chapter 6: Based on the ending of this chapter, what do you predict Marc will try to do next, and why?
7. Chapter 7: How does Marc show discipline or a lack of discipline in this chapter? Use an example from the text.
8. Chapter 8: What is one obstacle Marc faces in this chapter, and what does he do to deal with it?
9. Chapter 9: How is Marc changing from the way he was at the start of the book? Describe one change you notice.
10. Chapter 10: What message about hard work does this chapter teach? How does the author show that message through Marc's actions?
11. Chapter 11: Which character helps Marc in this chapter, and what does that help show about teamwork or friendship?
12. Chapter 12: What is something Marc still needs to improve? Why do you think it is difficult for him?
13. Chapter 13: Pick a moment in this chapter when Marc has to control his thoughts, feelings, or actions. What does he do, and what does it show about him?
14. Chapter 14: What new information does Marc learn in this chapter, and how might it change his plan?
15. Chapter 15: If you could give Marc advice at this point in the story, what would you tell him? Use details from the chapter to support your advice.
16. Chapter 16: What is one important decision Marc makes in this chapter, and what does it reveal about his character?
17. Chapter 17: Find a word connected to training, learning, or responsibility in this chapter. What does the word mean, and why is it important?
18. Chapter 18: What challenge in this chapter seems the hardest for Marc? How does he respond to it?
19. Chapter 19: How do Marc's habits affect what happens in this chapter? Give one example of a good habit or a habit he needs to change.
20. Chapter 20: What do you think the main theme of this chapter is? Explain how the events in the chapter support your answer.
21. Chapter 21: Which part of this chapter surprised you or made you think? Explain your reaction.
22. Chapter 22: How does Marc use what he has learned earlier in the book to handle a problem in this chapter?
23. Chapter 23: What prediction can you make about how Marc's mission will end? What evidence from this chapter supports your prediction?
24. Chapter 24: Looking at the whole story, what is the most important lesson Marc learns, and how could you use that lesson in your own life?

Example answers

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Chapter 4: What lesson does Marc learn from Uncle Jake or another character in this chapter, and how could that lesson help Marc later?

I think Marc learns that a mission takes planning and effort, not just wishing things would get better. Uncle Jake helps him see that small actions matter when you do them every day. This lesson can help Marc later because he will know not to quit when something feels hard. He can break a big problem into smaller steps.

Chapter 10: What message about hard work does this chapter teach? How does the author show that message through Marc's actions?

This chapter teaches that hard work is not always fun, but it helps you grow stronger. Marc has to keep trying even when he would rather do something easier. The author shows this by having Marc practice and push himself instead of giving up right away. I think that makes Marc more confident.

Chapter 18: What challenge in this chapter seems the hardest for Marc? How does he respond to it?

The hardest challenge for Marc seems to be staying focused when he feels tired or frustrated. He does not handle everything perfectly, but he keeps working on the mission. I like that he tries to use what he has learned instead of just complaining. That shows he is becoming more responsible.