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1. What is unusual about this Hogswatch?

This Hogswatch is unusual because the Hogfather is missing and Death appears in a red and white suit with a false beard delivering presents.

2. Describe Susan.

Susan is Death's grandchild who is both a governess to children and a courageous young woman.

3. Who is Twyla? What is her role in the story?

Twyla is a child that Susan takes care of who is scared of the eight-armed monster in the cellar. Susan kills the monster for her.

4. Why do the guests at the Gaiter family party laugh at Susan? What do they fail to see?

The guests at the Gaiter family party laugh because Susan plans to kill the monster that Twyla is afraid of. They are not able to see the eight-armed monster that Susan pulls out of the cellar and kills.

5. Why do the Auditors approach Lord Downey?

The Auditors approach Lord Downey because they want to get rid of the Hogfather.

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