96 pages 3 hours read

J. K. Rowling

Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2000

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Essay Questions

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Scaffolded Essay Questions

Student Prompt: Write a short (1-3 paragraph) response using one of the below bulleted outlines. Cite details from the text over the course of your response that serve as examples and support.

1. The discovery of Barty Crouch Jr.’s identity has a significant impact on the themes and characters in the novel.

  • What do the events surrounding Crouch Jr.’s discovery and punishment reveal about justice in the wizarding world? (topic sentence)
  • Analyze the events leading up to the discovery of Crouch Jr.’s identity. Compare and contrast the reactions of two different characters and explain how their reactions reflect their beliefs about justice and punishment.
  • In your conclusion, reflect on how the events of the novel inform your own beliefs about justice and punishment.

2. The book introduces the concept of the “Dark Mark,” which is a symbol of Voldemort and the Death Eaters.

  • How does the Dark Mark contribute to the sense of danger and foreboding in the story? (topic sentence)
  • Give examples of at least 3 scenes or events where the Dark Mark appears in the novel and analyze how it affects the scene’s tone and atmosphere.
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