The Westing Game Lesson Plan

What do we learn about the different heirs from their words, actions, and thoughts as they are seated with their partners?

Discussion of this question, perhaps supported by rereading aloud the brief paragraphs between the pair announcements, encourages students to share and compare inferences with their classmates. At this point, Raskin purposely maintains a sense of mystery and ambiguity in her characters, so sharing varying opinions will be productive. As ideas are presented, prompt students to find other possible conclusions based on the evidence. For example, Flora Baumbach "seemed pleased" to be paired with Turtle, which could be interpreted as her being kind and...