The Terrible Two

Discuss the role of pranks in the story using examples from the novel to illustrate your argument. How do the pranks drive the narrative and contribute to the characters’ development?

Consider the incorporation of illustrations into the narrative. What is the tone of the illustrations? How do they contribute to the overall comprehension and experience of the novel? How do the illustrations help tell the story?

Describe the voice of the novel. How do the authors use and manipulate the third-person narration to give an interior look at certain characters, such as Miles and Principal Barkin?