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Study the word list: Characters in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Mark Haddon's The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time follows Christopher Boone, a teenager with autism, as he investigates the death of a neighbour's dog. The novel delves into themes of truth, family dynamics, and the complexities of navigating the world with a unique perspective.

	Christopher	Christopher Boone, a 15-year-old with autism, sets out to investigate the mysterious death of his neighbour's dog.
	Boone	Christopher Boone, a 15-year-old with autism, sets out to investigate the mysterious death of his neighbour's dog.
	Ed	Ed Boone, Christopher's father, struggles to connect with his son while grappling with his own challenges.
	Judy	Judy Boone, Christopher's mother, has a complex backstory that gradually unfolds throughout the novel.
	Siobhan	Siobhan, Christopher's teacher, provides guidance and serves as a supportive figure in his life.
	shears	Mrs. Shears, the owner of the deceased dog, becomes entangled in Christopher's investigation.
	Roger	Roger Shears, Mrs. Shears' ex-husband, plays a significant role in Christopher's journey of self-discovery.
	Alexander	Mrs. Alexander, a neighbour, offers Christopher valuable information about his mother's past.
	Toby	Toby, Christopher's pet rat, symbolises his need for companionship and love.
	Thompson	Mr. Thompson, a neighbour, becomes entangled in Christopher's quest for truth.
	Rhodri	Rhodri, a fellow pupil, forms a friendship with Christopher as they navigate the challenges of school.

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Christopher

Boone

Judy

Siobhan

shears

Roger

Alexander

Toby

Thompson

Rhodri

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