Characters
What does Scout tell Moose about the Tuesday game? What does this show about his character/relationship with Moose? How does Moose respond?
He tells Moose that he was able to switch his babysitting dates and get the game on Tuesday. This shows that he cares a lot about Moose. Moose responds with gratitude, saying that if he could he would, "...give [him] a big sloppy kiss" (122).
What does Piper tell Ms. Trixle in response to her suspicion of the laundry bags? How does Ms. Trixle respond?
She tells her that the laundry is for a science project. Ms. Trixle believes her and no longer questions the laundry.
When Moose's throat is croaky and his "legs go stiff" (108), what does that tell us about his emotions in the moment?
He is anxious and nervous/feeling a negative emotion.
Read the following quote: "Annie's voice is soft and sweet. Piper's is loud and scratchy." What does this tell us about Annie? Piper?
It tells us that Piper is more dominant, and a leader, while Annie is more submissive and will follow what Piper says.
What animal does Piper call Natalie for getting scared? (hint: bird)
A chicken.
Read the following quote: “'Baseball's just one day a week, Mom. Couldn't we work out something for one day?” My mother doesn't answer. She goes in her room and closes the door." (128). What does Moose's mother behavior indicate? What do you think the answer to Moose's question is?
It indicates that she is fed up or annoyed with Moose. She could also be tired or just generally not in the mood/headspace to have the conversation, meaning her answer is likely no.
How has Moose changed since first coming to Alcatraz? Be thoughtful!
He has been able to fit in and make friends. Although he might still not be super happy about his situation, he's come to terms with it and is accustomed to life on Alcatraz. (Ex. he remarks that he "hardly notice[d when he had] put... on [his] first convict washed shirt." (120).
Cricket. He mentions Cricket's wedding because Natalie, when she was younger, got naked in the middle of the ceremony.
Read the following quote: "My mom stops and looks at me. She seems to be thinking of saying something about this, but changes her mind. “Remember, just treat her like you would a normal sister."' (109). What has Moose's mother's behavior around Natalie told us about how she perceives Natalie?
She does not believe Natalie to be normal, in a bad way. She is protective and loving of her, but subconsciously views Natalie as less than/ does not believe Natalie will succeed in the same way that Moose will.