Tomorrow, when the war began. Ch 14/15/16

Chapter 14/15/16

What reasons does Ellie give Lee for not wanting a relationship with him?
With all the things going on around them, she thinks stopping this invasion is much more important than having a lovy dovy relationship. Plus she is still confused with her feelings for Lee.
What do you think about the real reasons?
"It was my feelings for Homer that stopped her from going to Lee"(page 194).
Man, I was so surprised when I read that small sentence.
What do Ellie and Lee find in the Hermit's hut that the other don't know?
A box full of papers, letters, notebooks, photos, and a heavy bronze medal.
According to the coroner's report, what are the two possible ways the Hermit's family died... 
They'd either got shot in the head first, then get burnt, or, Get burnt alive, then get shot.
Which do you believe? Why?
I probably think that B.H.S.C shot them in the head first, then burn them, because why would he want to burn them alive, when he's just getting rid of the deceases.
What is the hermit's mother in law's attitude towards him as seen in her letters?
  She acted like Hermit didn't do anything wrong.
What does this suggest about the way in which the Hermit's family actually died?
Hermit didn't kill them in malice.
What makes Ellie change her mind about Lee on the way back from the Hermit's hut?
'I don't want to end up like a coroner's report." She doesn't want to end emotionless.

Tomorrow, when the war began. Ch 13

Chapter 13

All the teenagers have a specific role to play in their group. Describe the roles each teenager plays?

Ellie's role is to take care of the group and make sure everyone is safe.

Homer's role is quite similar to Ellies. His role is protecting the group and leading them and telling them what and not what to do.

Fi is just a friend from town experiencing new things, and she can speak in many languages.

Robyn's the religious person in the group. she is a sensible positive person that helps out. 

Kevin is a bit of a silly and selfish person in this story, but 43% of him is loving and caring.

Corrie is a Girlfriend to Kevin and a best friend to Ellie.

According to what the teenagers hear on Corrie's radio, Why would America be best not to get involved in Australia's struggle?
America would find herself in the longest, costliest and bloodiest war in her history if she tried to intervene. America doesn't want to get involved because they have been threatened by the invaders.
Why is Australia being invaded?
"...the invasion was claimed at reducing imbalances within the region." Other countries are sick of Australia of whatever they are doing.

A reader can infer many things from the snippet of news heard over Corrie's radio. Which country or countries are likely to have invaded Australia.

I think it'll be America
How are the prisoners been treated?
They are being held in Humanitarian conditions. The soldiers are being generous to the prisoners.
What do Kevin and Robyn argue about? Do you think Robyn's point is fair?
They were arguing about why Kevin ran away from them other than waiting for them. I actually think that they both have a point because Ellie said to run as fast as you can if you see any danger, and Kevin did. And on the other hand, Robyn thinks that was a bad Idea because that doesn't show any love for her.
'Paradise of Hell" is an Oxymoron. What does it mean?
Hell is the only good place to go to now.
Kevin's hatred for the invaders is quite extreme. Why do you think he is so angry?
I think because all this is not only affecting Australia, but it's also affecting his relationship with Robyn.

Tomorrow, when the war began. Ch 12

Chapter 12

"They say, teenagers can sleep all day." Is this true? Do you agree? Does Ellie still see herself as a typical teen?

Nah idk. I think Ellie does not see herself as her normal self anymore. After all the things she has been through, she's gone more series and more emotional.

Ellie's dream at the beginning of the chapter is rather nonsensical, as dreams are wont to be. Is there any meaning to it? Try and explain what Ellie's subconscious could be thinking about: why is her dad cooking for the whole town? Why did father Cronin ignore Ellie's greeting? Why was Corrie 8 years old again? Why were they sailing off on a boat? Why was Lee undressing?

Ellie wants everyone to be safe, and by Chris falling asleep, she got angry and all her thoughts came through. Like when she saw Chris asleep, the first thing that pops into her head is her friends being in danger.

Why is it so terrible that Chris falls asleep while on sentry duty? How does Ellie react? Why do you think she reacts this way? How does she feel about her reaction later?

It is terrible because he is the only one that is meant to be on watch but instead he fell asleep. Ellie's reaction was really shocking, it was even shocking to the others and myself. I think she reacted that way was because of how close it was to them being in danger. After that, she felt really guilty about how she reacted and realizes that she took it too far.

Back in Hell, Ellie's dream is far more ominous. Explain why Ellie is dreaming of her fears.

She was so scared and shocked and starts t yell, and scream.

Tomorrow, when the war began. Ch 11

Chapter 11

How does Ellie feel as she is waiting in the truck at the Council Depot? Where do her emotions come from?

She felt shivery, she shivers with Coldness, Fear, and Excitement, but mostly with Fear. these emotions comes from Love. Especially love for her friends.

Why are the girls smiling when in danger? is this a logical response?

probably because they are now used to doing these dangerous things. Danger is now normal to them.

What does wearing a helmet and buckling up mean to the girls?

That it's gonna be a hell of a ride. 

What does Chris's story say about the town?

That Wirrawee is not a normal town anymore, it doesn't fill will love, or joy, or happiness, but instead it fills with fear, and killers, all of the negatives.

What impact does the BMW have on the story? Does Chris seem lonely? Explain your Answer?

It will be thrown in the water so that the enemies will think their dead. Chris seems really lonely after what has happened to the Ramseys and his parents.

What is Homer's explanation for the need to swap cars at Chris Lang's place? What does this show about the way Homer is thinking?

Homer explains why they need to swap cars. The reason for swapping cars is so that the soldiers will be confused and won't know where they went. This shows that Homer is thinking like an actual soldier and a genius leader.

What are your thoughts about this story so far?

I think that this story is really excited and interesting after all the things that have been happening, making me wonder what is gonna happen next.

Tomorrow, when the war began. Ch 10

Chapter 10

Why does Homer insist on going on with the plans after Corrie's house blows up? How does he convince Corrie that this is a good idea?

Homer should tell Corrie that this was a good idea because the soldier now thinks that Homer and his group have died and the soldiers won't go looking for them anymore.

Describe the strategy Homer and Ellie use to ensure their safety when riding their bikes into town. What does this show about how they are starting to think?

Homer rides up to Ellie to ride two abreast and holds hands with her. Then Homer stays 100-200 meters behind Ellie and she'd stop at every corner to check and then signal. This shows that they are starting to think like soldiers, like what Homer said before.

Why do you think Mr. Clement is reluctant to help Lee and Robyn? How would you react in his position?

Because he doesn't trust them or anyone, and he does not want to get caught by soldiers. If I was in his situation I'd probably go with them because I rather go with a group other than being alone surrounding with soldiers.

How has Homer changed in Ellie's eyes since the invasion?

He has become more mature, smarter, braver, smarter, and more of a series leader.

What are the two different types of soldiers and how do they each treat the inhabitants of Wirraweee?

One type was very well trained and professional soldiers and they treat people better. The other type of soldiers were just people to make up the numbers and treated people badly. 

Why do you think Robyn had the strength to carry Lee?

I think because that's the only way for him to survive, other than leaving him there to die.

How have the group decided to rescue Lee, whose idea was this and why do they think it will work.

They'd decide to use one of the truck form the Council Depot. Robyn will go back to the restaurant and gets Lee ready, gets him close to the street, while Ellie and Homer burn down the street, stop, and throw Lee and Robyn in the truck, then go to Hell.  It is Homer & Ellie's idea.

What do you think happened to people who 'tried to be like heroes?'

Um they're probably in the hands of the soldiers now, or dead.

Tomorrow, when the war began. Ch 9

Chapter 9

Why, in Ellie's opinion, is Cobbler's Bay and Wirrawee so important to the invaders?
I think in her opinion. Cobbler's Bay and Wirrawee are some of the biggest and safest places in Australia.
Corrie and Ellie reminisce about how innocent they were in high school and even a few days ago. Why were they still innocent then? Why are they no longer innocent?
Because then, the felt safer, but now they realize that they re no longer safe but in danger.
Why does Homer think splitting up is a good idea?
Maybe so that one of them could be in danger but not others.
Why do you think the author added the few lines about an Australian jet flying overhead.
Probably cause its excited for them to see how many Australian jets survives.
By blowing up Corrie's house, what does the invading force demonstrate to the teenagers?
That this isn't a game. This is the reality now, no more playing outside, no more shopping, no more anything. And that They will take over what was theirs.
Why do you think Corrie reacted the way she did?
Corrie just saw her house explode in front of her. she is a sensitive type of person and obviously, she would cry out of shock.

Tomorrow, When the war began. Ch 8

Chapter 8

How does Ellie feel after the lawn mower incident?
After what happened with the lawn mower incident she realizes that she made a bad decision after killing those soldiers so she then regrets it. She feels SORRY and BAD.
How does she think the others will react to her story when she tells it?
Probably shocked.
How do they actually react? Why?
I don't know aye? It probably depends on who 'THEY' is!!!
Homer says, "This is war now, normal rules don't apply now... there the ones who tore up the rulebook, not us". What does this say about Homer's character? What do you think of the validity of his opinions?
It says that he is a strong person and that he doesn't blame anyone innocent because they all have to do some sacrifices and some strange things to survive.
Fi talks about the 'shadows', during their reconnaissance. What are these shadows and what are the implications due to their existence?
The shadows were people, but in Fi's eyes she couldn't see them fully enough so she called them the 'Shadows'.
What pieces of evidence from the book inform the reader that this invasion wasn't entirely peaceful?
I think its the fact how the soldiers treat people and how you can see and hear such horrible things. Plus there was a lot of places that had been destroyed.