The Traveling Girl Worksheet

Who is the protagonist in the book?

What kind of characteristics does she

have? Give examples.

Explain why you think she has those

characteristics.

Where does the protagonist’s journey

begin?

What are the reasons for the

protagonist’s journey?

Through what kind of terrain does the

protagonist travel?

What kind of transportation does the

protagonist use on her journey?

What does the protagonist take with her

on her journey?

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What must she give up or leave behind?

What kind of struggles does the

protagonist encounter on her journey?

How does she manage to overcome the

struggles?

Who or what does the protagonist have

as a companion on her journey?

What is their relationship?

What kinds of people does the

protagonist meet on her journey?

Where does the journey end?

Does the story have a resolution at the

end?

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