and perfectly peaked eyebrows. It’s true to say we’re different. But ugly? Come on. Give us a break.
Discuss 1. What diffi culties do you imagine conjoined twins would have in their daily lives?
2. The novel is written in an unusual format. Why do you think the author chose to use this format?
Understand
1. Why does Grace say they cannot be late? 2. How does Tippi react when Grace tries to hurry her? 3. Describe the uniform that students at Hornbeacon are expected to wear. 4. What are the ‘horrors’ that Grace has seen in hospital wards? 5. How does Grace reassure Tippi when she says that she feels ugly?
Explore
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1. Why is Grace unable to lie to Tippi, in your opinion?
2. In what ways do you think the personalities of the two sisters differ? Give reasons for your answer.
3. Would you say the sisters have a good relationship with one another based on the extract? Support your answer with reference to the text.
Create
Write a diary entry Grace might have written after her fi rst day at Hornbeacon in the space provided on page 67 of your Portfolio. (For information on diaries see page 5.)
