Characters
The main character in the story
Who is James?
An artist's workroom
studio
Why was James concerned in the beginning of the story?
James never met his uncle and aunt before.
Why won't James see Uncle Romie?
Uncle Romie has a big art show
What is the point of view of the story?
First person, because James is telling the story.
The artist in the story
Who is Uncle Romie?
Wonderful is a synonym for
glorious
Where is James traveling from to visit Aunt Nanette and Uncle Romie?
North Carolina
Who grew up in Harlem?
Uncle Romie
What did James dad give Uncle Romie as a gift?
Pepper Jelly
The person who mainly took care of Jame in the beginning of the story.
Who is Aunt Nanette?
A large meal
feast
Why is James unfamiliar with big city life?
James says that the city is not like North Carolina at all. He's never been on the subway.
What is Harlem?
A city that James visits and reminds him of home
What sport do Uncle Romie and James like?
baseball
This character is a collage artist
Who is Uncle Romie
to be worried is a synonym for
concerned
James liked to do what back at home?
James liked baseball games, train-watching, and his birthday
Was James still nervous on his way back home?
No, James felt more relaxed and calm
What does James learn at the art show?
James learns that his uncle's paintings are making complete strangers remember their families, friends, and special times
Who was having twin babies?
Who is James' mother and father
a set time for things to happen
schedule
Why does James think his birthday will be ruined?
James doesn't think his birthday will be fun with Uncle Romie because all he cares about is his paintings
Why did James and Uncle Romie become close at the end of the story?
They made connections with baseball, pepper jelly, and Uncle Romie's art.
What did Uncle Romie get James for his birthday?
Baseball tickets