Ch.1 Doomed
Who does Quan write letter to while in jail?
Justyce McCallister
How does Quan's mother's abusive relationship affect his childhood?
It creates instability, neglect, and/or a lack of support at home.
Why is Chapter 3 called "Disrespect"?
Dwight would withhold money in response to feeling any type of disrespect.
What is the meaning of the word "defiance"?
Open resistance or refusal to obey authority.
What does the word "delinquent" mean?
A young person who regularly breaks rules or laws or gets incarcerated.
Where is Quan's current location?
How does Quan attempt to cope with the issues at home?
He tried to stay focused on school, his siblings and control what he could control.
What happens to Mama's EBT card?
Dwight stole it.
What does Quan steal for the first time?
Peanut Butter & Bread
Who does Quan meet and build a connection with in this chapter?
Trey
How old is Quan and what is happening at the beginning of the novel?
Quan is 9 years old and his father is being arrested from their home.
What becomes clear to Quan at the end of Chapter 2.
That his mother does not believe in him / Staying focused didn't give him any control at all.
What does Quan do for the first time in life due to the difficult circumstances he is currently facing?
He steals a loaf of bread and a jar of peanut butter.
What are some consequences of Quan's defiant behavior?
He damages his relationships with his mother, Dasia, and Gabe and creates more obstacles for himself.
How does being labeled a delinquent affect Quan?
It influences how others treat him and how he begins to see himself.
How does the title "Doomed" reflect Quan's perception of his destiny?
Quan believes his future is already determined and that he has little control over what happens next.
Why are adults unable to provide the guidance Quan needs?
Many of the adults in his life are dealing with their own problems and are unable to consistently support him.
How does Quan's experiences with disrespecting Dwight influence his destiny?
They push him toward risky choices like stealing and ultimately lead to him getting locked up.
How is Quan's defiance a form of self-protection?
He defies the law and steals to feed his siblings and himself.
When Quan gets caught stealing and locked up in this chapter, how is it "different" from the other times.
This time he gets locked up for 1 year, the longest so far.