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I noticed that Sam is using his knowledge well when it comes to surviving. This is important because it shows how Sam has grown since the beginning of the book. This propelled me to wonder how old Sam is and how well he did in school. This is significant because it shows how the author has shown Sam throughout the book.

I noticed that Sam is very determined to stay on his own and not be taken home. This is important because it shows how well he is able to survive on his own. This propelled me to wonder if he ever misses his family or plans to go home one day. This is significant because it shows how his character has grown and his internal struggles.

I noticed that Sam is willing to do a lot of things just to survive. This is important because it shows how Sam is able to survive on his own. This propelled me to wonder what risks Sam is willing to take. This is significant because it will show later on how high his commitment is to living on his own.

I noticed that Sam is very knowledgeable of the outdoors and how to survive alone. This is important because it shows how he could live alone for good. This propelled me to wonder if he will ever choose to go home or be forced to go home. This is significant because it shows how Sam is a very strange person and is not an open book.

I noticed that Sam is showing to be very determined. This is important because it shows what kind of person Sam is. This propelled me to think of how Sam will grow throughout the book. This is significant because it shows how well the author is starting the development of the character.

Sam seems to be hard headed and feels the need to prove himself. This is important because it shows how Sam's character has already been shown. This propelled me to wonder if Sam will ever go back to New York, back to his family. This is significant because it shows how determined Sam is to prove his father and others wrong as well as show them he is able to survive on his own in the woods.

I noticed that Char is starting to open up a bit more and take care of herself. This is important because it shows how she is overcoming the latest challenge which was Anthony. This propelled me to wonder if Char will ever be the same or if she will be better. This is significant because it shows how Char is slowly but surely overcoming her fears and challenges.

I noticed that Char is starting to get better but still can't understand how Anthony hurt her. This is important because it shows that Char's mind is blocking the trauma she experienced from being shown as trauma. This propelled me to wonder if Char will ever heal from Anthony. This is significant because it shows how some people know they experienced trauma but do not realize it is trauma.

Char is in trouble. I noticed that Char doesn't think she is doing something wrong until it comes and bites her in the but. This is important because it shows that Char has a hard time seeing what is wrong and what is right. She is too clouded by her past to see what is in front of her. This propelled me to wonder how Char will get out of the situation with Anthony. This is significant because it shows that Char...

I noticed that Char is finally getting on her feet, not in the best way though. This is important because it shows that Char is doing a lot to get her and Cricket money. This propelled me to wonder if Char will ever be able to get an actual job or stay with Anthony. This is significant because it shows that Char may be on her feet now but it could change at any moment,

All the progress is lost... she is back to being stupid. I noticed that Char no longer has a plan. This is important because it shows that Char is starting to feel that she has to put herself out there for money. This propelled me to think about how Char will make money. This is significant because it shows that Char may have to go to desperate measures to get money to provide for herself and Cricket.

I noticed that Char is finally starting to take on responsibility. Maybe getting a baby wasn't the best way to do it but it happened. This is important because it shows Char's character development. This propelled me to think about how good of a mother Char is going to turn out to be for Cricket. This is significant because it shows that Char has come a long way but still has a long way to go.

Does dad think he is God or something??? I noticed that Tara is thinking that she is delusional. This is important because it shows that Dad and Shawn have a big influence on Tara. This propelled me to think about if Tara will ever break away for good. This is significant because it shows that Tara is being manipulated and told she is possessed by her own family and may never be able to break away.

I noticed that Shawn is really good at manipulating and scaring the people around him. This is important because it shows that Tara is being cut off from the family with no righteous cause. This propelled me to think about if Tara will ever REALLY stand up to Shawn or she will just stay away. This is significant because it shows how little power Tara has in her family and how easily manipulated they all are.

I FINALLY thought Tara was making progress but dad and Shawn just have to go and mess it up! This is important because Tara is still being held to the past by her dad and brother. This propelled me to think about if Tara will ever be free from Buck's Peak. This is significant because it shows that Tara is stuck in the past by the fear of her dad and brother.

I noticed that Tara is actually starting to open up to the world and come out of her shell. This is important because it shows how Tara has overcome Dad and Shawn's voices that lived in her head. This propelled me to wonder how she will stand up to Shawn like Audrey suggested. Will she be able to win the battle her sister has presented to her? This is significant because it shows how Tara is not who she was before.

I noticed that Tara is starting to take charge in her own life and stand up to others. But she also has trouble standing up to them at the same time. This is important because it shows the Tara is struggling with wanting to be herself and staying who she was. This propelled me to think about if Tara will ever fully cut off her family. This is significant because it shows Tara's internal struggles in her life.

I noticed that Tara is starting to adjust to the outside world and her mind has started changing. This is important because it shows that Tara is not who she was when she left Buck's Peak. This propelled me to think about if Tara will ever fully leave home and if she will ever stand up to Shawn(The worst brother ever!). This is significant because it shows Tara's character development throughout the book.

I noticed that Tara is finally standing up to her dad but is having trouble adjusting to the outside world. This is important because it shows that Tara did not see many other people outside of her town so she is not used to the many different kinds of people. This propelled me to think about how Tara will become accustomed to the world. This is significant because it shows how her dad shunned them from the world.

I noticed that Tara often wishes for events to not be real and has a strong imagination of what she would rather happen. She is also very protective of her family and is hard headed. This is important because it shows who Tara is. This propelled me to wonder if she will ever leave the mountain. This is significant because her family's actions will decide how Tara reacts to future events.

I noticed that Tara is very observant of her dad and cares what he thinks. This is important because it shows that Tara may start to become like her father and follow in his beliefs. This propelled me to think about how Tara interacts with others and how it is similar to how her father does. This is significant because it shows how big of an impact her father has on her.

Why are there so many random time skips?? Anyway, I noticed that Tara has started finding her own voice and beliefs. This is important because it shows that Tara is still an observer but has started deciding what is wrong and right through observing. This propelled me to wonder if Tara will ever think that her dad is a wack job. This is significant because it tells important information about the future of her life.

I noticed that Tara is more of an observer in her family. She does some chores but she mostly sits around and observes her family. This is important because it shows that she is able to notice more about her family than others. This propelled me to think about if Tara will one day speak up or stay quiet. This is significant because it shows that Tara may one day reveal something about her family on accident.

I noticed that Oliver is starting to understand what Delilah feels and how no one listens to them. Delilah and Oliver have a couple things in common, their dads are no longer around, they are seen as different from others, and not being listened to. This propelled me to think about if Oliver will start to sympathize with Delilah. this is significant because it shows the similarities between the two characters.

I noticed that Delilah is often viewed as out of touch with reality, at least that is what her mom views her as. This is important because it shows that the event Delilah is going through right now is unbelievable and even she is doubting herself at times. This propelled me to think about if Delilah is just imagining it or if she really will get Oliver out of the book. This is significant because it shows that...

I noticed that Oliver is trying his best to get out of the story and into the world with Delilah. This is important because it shows that Oliver is the opposite of his story persona. This propelled me to wonder about how far he will go to get to Delilah. This is significant because it shows who Oliver is and how he is different from the story he is in.

I noticed that Katniss is good at observing others as well as seeing their strengths and weaknesses. This is important because it determines how she will respond to conflict while in the games. This propelled me to think about how Katniss is often angry and does not react to kindness well. This is significant because it shows that Katniss often has internal struggles with who and what to trust.

I noticed that Katniss is starting to trust Peeta more. This is important because it shows that Katniss is not completely cold- hearted. This propelled me to wonder about If Katniss will listen to her head, which is telling her to trust no one, or her heart, which is telling her that not everyone is bad. This is significant because it will affect how she will make choices in the games.

I noticed that Katniss often tends to look deeply into certain words as well as phrases. She also does not seem to trust anyone. This is important because it shows what kind of person Katniss has been shaped to be. This propelled me to think about how Katniss will react to the Capitol citizens and their flashy attitudes. This is significant because it shows that Katniss is not the type to say her mind unless mad.

I noticed that Katniss tries to be cold and ignore others but really has a soft spot. This is important because it shows that she is not showing what she is thinking. This propelled me to think about how she will interact with other tributes and her mentor. This is significant because it shows that Katniss is good at hiding her emotions and doesn't let on what she is thinking.