Justyce
Where did Justyce go when he came home from college and who did he see?
He went to Manny's grave and Jared was there.
severing (p. 21)
cutting (verb)
Who does Justyce go see in Juvie?
Quan
Why did the defense attorney ask Justyce about Blake's birthday party?
She wanted Justyce to talk about the fight and make him look aggressive.
Why did Justyce go meet up with Martel?
Quan told him that he needed people to back him up. Quan told him about "The Black Man's Curse."
Why does Justyce stop writing to Martin?
He gives up hope and thinks it is pointless.
after the fact (adverb)
Who was Garrett Tison's partner?
Officer Castillo
What did the media show to make Justyce look like a thug?
A cropped picture from Halloween.
Why did the cops come to Justyce's graduation?
Garett Tison's house was set on fire and they wanted to know his involvement since two of the three they arrested named him.
Did Justyce start writing to Martin again?
Yes, when he went off to college.
valiant (p. 43)
brave (adjective)
Who started the arson at Garrett Tison's house?
The gang- Trey, Brad and a 3rd person.
What was the verdict of the first trial?
Garrett Tison was charged with 3 crimes, but the murder charge was a mistrial.
Why did Garrett Tison shoot Manny?
They were playing loud music and refused to turn it down. He said he perceived a threat of a gun.
Why does Justyce dread the retrial?
He will have to relive Manny's death
adoration (p. 44)
extreme admiration; love (abstract noun)
Who gives Justyce a long drink, not of water but pure alcohol?
What City law did the lawyer say Justyce & Manny did not follow?
The loud noise oridance.
Why does Justyce's mom not want Justyce to date SJ?
Because she is white.
Why is Justyce afraid of his reaction to alcohol?
Alcohol made his father violent
conundrum (p. 49)
complex problem (abstract noun)
This character wants to show the whole Halloween picture, not just the portion with Justyce as "thug."
Jared
Was there a new trial? What happened?
There was not another trial. Garrett Tison was killed in jail.
What happens at SJ's house with Justyce and SJ after Justyce leaves Martel's house?
They confessed that they like each other. They start dating.