Item 11
Question 1
Refer to A Wrinkle in Time for a complete version of this text.

Part A

What theme is developed in Chapter 11?


People’s actions often affect the lives of others as well as their own.

In dangerous times, it is safest to do nothing rather than act.

When in doubt, it is easiest to allow others to make decisions.

There is never enough time to accomplish everything one wants in life.
Question 2
Part B

Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?


“‘…just because we want something does not mean that we will get what we want, and we still do not know what to do.’”

“‘And we cannot allow you, in your present state, to do anything that would jeopardize us all.’”

“‘We’ve got to ask them for help now. You’re just stupid if you think we don’t.’”

“‘…we feel that it would not be wise for me to try to get back to Camazotz, even alone. If I missed the mark again I could easily get lost…’”