The characters
Who is in jail?
Fonny
How does Joseph react to Tish’s pregnancy?
He is surprised but supports her
Who is pregnant?
Tish
What does the story show about racism?
Racism causes unfair treatment
Who is Fonny’s father?
Frank
Why does Tish’s family contact Frank?
To tell him about the baby
Why is Tish and Fonny’s future difficult?
Fonny is in jail, and racism makes their future difficult
How does racism affect Fonny?
He is treated unfairly by the police
What kind of person is Joseph?
Caring and supportive
How long have Tish and Fonny known each other?
Since childhood
How do Tish’s family’s actions affect the story?
They give her support and try to help Fonny and Tish
What does Fonny’s situation show about society?
Society treats Black people unfairly