1. Read the second book of the Changes trilogy. Geoffrey and Sally in The Weathermonger and Jonathan and Margaret in Heartsease are similar pairs of characters. In what particular ways are they alike? What talents and interests do Geof and Jonathan share? What talents and interests do Sally and Margaret share? Despite their similarities, can you think of ways in which these pairs of characters differ?

2. After reading the final volume of the trilogy, consider the various villains or antagonists in the three novels—such as Lord Willoughby in The Weathermonger, Mr. Gordon in Heartsease, and Arthur Barnard in The Devil's Children. What are the chief characteristics of these characters? Are they all simply evil characters, or can you draw important distinctions between them?

3. Look up information on the Sikhs.

What special religious beliefs distinguish this Indian sect? Besides religious...