13. Unfortunate Conclusions
1. The Sound Keeper gives Milo a gift. Think about all the gifts he has collected during his adventures, so far. Make a list of each gift. Then draw a picture of each one of the special gifts. Consider how each gift might be used to help Milo during his future travels. Write a few paragraphs explaining the value of these gifts.
2. Canby says that this island is called Conclusions and they have all "jumped" there. Explain this play on words. It's a good one.
3. "...for you can swim all day in the Sea of Knowledge and still come out completely dry. Most people do." (170) Explain this play on words.
4. "You can lose too much time jumping to Conclusions." (170) Explain the literal and figurative meaning of this statement.