"The Haunting of Chas McGill" 1. At the end of the story, the cupboard has disappeared, the rusty hook is gone, and Nana appears to be less certain that the hanging actually took place. What has happened in the story to cause these changes?

2. How does the war affect Chas?

"Almost a Ghost Story" 1. Does Rachel really see a ghost?

Why is Rachel so upset?

2. How does Westall develop the sense of coldness in the story?

"The Vacancy" 1. Were you surprised that Martin was disintegrated? On reading the story a second time, do you find clues to the ending?

2. Why is the bicycle such an important item in the story?

"The Night Out" 1. Describe the relationships between the narrator, Carpet, Geronimo, and Maniac. Why does the narrator feel a sense of loss at the end of the story?

2. The story looks at the stereotype of...