Ideas for Reports and Papers
1. To what extent has Caspian surrendered his personal desires to fulfill his sense of duty in Prince Caspian, The Voyage of the "Dawn Treader," and The Silver Chair? Through what trials and tribulations has he journeyed? Does the conclusion of The Silver Chair provide a fitting and gratifying reward for his sacrifices?
2. What qualities and strengths does Jill bring to her daring quest? What vulnerabilities accompany her? What might have inspired Aslan to select her as the one to embark on the quest to find Rilian?
3. What thrilling escapades might Rilian have encountered had he ventured with Golg into the enigmatic realm of Bism?
4. Ascending out of the dark chasm back into the splendor of Narnia signifies a rebirth for Jill. In what ways has her journey transformed her spirit and perspective?
5. How do the trials and adventures faced by Jill and Eustace in The Silver Chair equip them for the challenges and duties they must confront in The Last Battle?
6. The vivid scenes within The Silver Chair are ripe for artistic expression—imagine Caspian the Navigator setting sail from the shores of Cair Paravel, the whimsical Parliament of Owls, the eerie Marshwiggle terrain, the grand stone bridge, the ancient city in ruins, the foreboding Harfang, the mysterious cavern of slumbering beings, the eerie boat of Earthmen gliding over a darkened sea, the bustling capital of the Underworld, and the exhilarating Great Snow Dance. Choose one scene to illustrate, striving to capture the essence and vibrancy of Lewis's descriptions in your artwork.
7. What origins lie behind the belief among educators that disciplining bullies might stifle their personalities or cause them psychological harm? How widespread is this perspective in contemporary times?
8. How does Aslan reveal himself throughout The Silver Chair? What significance does each of his appearances hold?
9. Why is Puddleglum an essential part of the journey in The Silver Chair? What unique contributions does he bring to the narrative?
10. Do Lewis's biblical allusions in The Silver Chair feel intrusive, or do they serve to enrich and deepen the storyline?
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