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Brian Selznick

The Invention of Hugo Cabret

Brian SelznickFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2007

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Essay Topics

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Discuss Selznick’s use of illustrations. How do they add meaning to the novel, and how do they function in the plot? Why would Selznick incorporate illustrations in this way?

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What message does the novel teach about technology? Does it play a positive or negative role in the story? Include examples from the text.

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The Station Inspector doesn’t play a prominent role as a character, only appearing at a few specific moments. What do you think he symbolizes for Hugo?

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