Chapter 1
Who is the protagonist (main character) of Concrete Rose?
Maverick Carter
Who does Maverick talk to for advice and emotional support in Chapter 2?
A) His Mother B) Dre C) His father D) Mr. Wyatt
A) Mother
In Chapter 3, where do Maverick and Ma go after the clinic?
A) Back to Maverick’s house B) To the store C) To a party D) To school
A) Back to Maverick’s house
Maverick and King talk about Maverick’s involvement in selling drugs. What decision does Maverick tell King he’s made?
He decided to stop selling drugs.
What is the common name for the chemical substance with the formula “H2O”?
A) Water B) Oxygen C) Hydrogen D) Air
A) Water
What gang is Maverick associated with?
A) King Lords B) O.G. C) Garden Disciples D) King Disciples
A) King Lords
Who was he going to meet at this appointment at the beginning of the chapter?
Iesha and her mother
Who offers practical help to Maverick and Ma?
A) King B) Dre C) Lisa D) Pops
**Double Points if you can say what this person brought to Mav and Ma.
B) Dre
* Double Points: Crib, Stroller, and personal advice
What does Pops suggest about naming Maverick’s son?
Which civil rights leader birthday is January 15th, 1929?
Martin Luther King Jr.
Who is Maverick's girlfriend?
Lisa
How old is Maverick in this chapter?
A) 18 B) 17 C) 16 D) I don't know
B) 17
What responsibility is Maverick beginning to accept in Chapter 2?
Accepting the responsibilities of fatherhood and caring for Lil’ Man
Who calls Maverick early in the morning in the beginning of this chapter?
A) Mom B) Dad C) Dre D) King
**Double Points: What news was shared?
B) Dad
Maverick told him he has a baby.
Which singer became the “King of Pop” during his career?
A) Prince B) Harry Styles C) Michael Jackson D) Bruno Mars
C) Michael Jackson
What nickname do people commonly use for Maverick?
Mav or Lil' Don
Who does Maverick confide in about his feelings in Chapter 2?
A) Lisa B) Dre C) His father D) Faye Carter
D) Faye Carter
Why does Dre pressure Maverick to stop selling harder drugs?
A) He wants Maverick to make more money. B) He thinks it’s too risky and could get Maverick or King in serious trouble. C) He dislikes Maverick’s sneakers.
D) He wants Maverick to move away.
B) He thinks it’s too risky and could get Maverick or King in serious trouble
How does King react when he first learns about the baby?
A) He denies it B) He is indifferent C) He acts casual but shows subtle concern and later helps hold the baby and offers support, though he continues risky behavior
D) He immediately leaves the house
C) He acts casual but shows subtle concern and later helps hold the baby and offers support, though he continues risky behavior
Fill in the Blank: The Summer Olympics are held every ___ years.
**Double Points: The Winter Olympics are held every __ years
4
**Double Points: 2
What important appointment did Maverick go to at the end of Chapter 1?
He had an appointment at the clinic to get his DNA test result back on a baby boy.
How does Maverick’s mom (Ma) respond when she learns about the baby? Give one way she helps.
Washes his clothes, teaches him how to feed the baby, how to hold the baby, etc.
What advice does Dre give Maverick about being a father?
Dre urges Maverick to “man up,” take responsibility, and consider leaving dangerous dealing behind for the sake of his child.
What name did Iesha give the baby, and why does Maverick feel uneasy about it?
King — because King is a friend and it may tie the child to King’s name versus his name.
Or
He also feels uneasy because he is worried about King's reaction.
Who is the number 1 team in the Western Conference?
A) Boston Celtics B) Detroit Pistons C) New York Knick D) Toronto Raptors
B) Detroit Pistons