Jerome's Story
What happened to Jerome?
He has been shot and killed
He had a gun.
What does Sarah do that upsets her dad?
Confronts him about Jerome.
How was Emmett when he was a child?
What does Eddie do?
Shakes Carlos' hand and says with respect.
What happens when Jerome reaches for the cornbread?
His hand passes through it.
What type of gun did Jerome have?
A toy gun.
What does Sarah say about being liked?
She doesn't want to be liked just because her dad shot Jerome.
What did Emmett say when Jerome asked how he died?
"You're not ready."
What does Carlos think when the picture lands on him?
Why is Pop angry?
Jerome was bigger than most 12-year-olds.
Who appears in Sarah's room?
The Ghost Boy
Where does Emmett take Jerome to tell his story?
Mississippi.
Why doesn't Jerome hate Sarah's dad?
He made a mistake out of prejudice.
What does Jerome day about new students?
They get the worst beatings.
Did Officer Moore give Jerome any warning before he shot him?
No.
Who does Sarah ask Ms. Penny about?
Emmett Till.
How does Jerome describe Emmett's story?
An old-time black and white movie.
What does Carlos lay on Jerome's grave?
A basketball.
Who are Jerome's bullies?
Eddie, Snap, and Mike.
What big question does the prosecutor ask Officer Moore?
Why was Jerome shot in the back?
What is Sarah doing?
Making a website to end racism/injustice.
What does Jerome say it's not an alliance but more of a...
Truce.
What does Carlos give Grandma?
A skeleton picture of Jerome.