Characters
How old is Jordan at the start of the novel?
12 years old
whats one of Jordan's favirote things to do
He loves to draw
what grade Is Jordan in
7th grade
who got Drew for secret santa
What is the effect of zooming in on a character's face?
It draws attention to facial expressions and helps the reader understand the character's feelings or reaction.
What is Andy's last name
Peterson
why dosen't Jordan want to go to his new school
He wants to go to art school instead
Who is the character who shows Jordan around
The characters name is Liam!
Why is Drew upset with his secret santa gift
He thought Ashley was being racist with the basketball cookie and other gifts
What is the effect of showing a character from a low angle, looking up at them?
It can make the character seem powerful, intimidating, or important.
Where does Jordan live?
Washington Heights
What kind of restaurant did Jordan's grandpa take him to and WHAT IS THE NAME of the restaurant. (YOu must get bother correct to get 600pts
Chinese restaurant called Wok Wok
What type of pie did Jordan get for Ashley
Sweet potato pie
Why might the author show a character's reaction instead of explaining their feelings in words?
The reader must interpret facial expressions and body language, becoming more involved in the story.
What does Jordan do to help Alexandra get noticed as a hero?
He tells Ashley about how Alexandra saved her brother and her being a hero.
What present did Drew get for Jordan at the end of the book?
A book named "The Mean Streets of South Uptown"
Because of an accident, ALEXANDRA wears a sock puppet on her arm. Why does she feel she has to cover it?
She is worried people will judge and make fun of her scars.
What does Alexandra really want in this novel?
TO be included, accepted and feel like she has friends and belongs
How do Jordan's drawings help readers understand his personality beyond what he says?
They reveal his interests, observations, creativity, and private reactions.
Which student frequently uses microagressions and does not recognize how offensive their comments are?
Andy
Jordan's Dad was worried Jordan was forgetting or losing touch with his family's 'soul' and culture so he made sure to celebrate Kwanzaa. How many candles are on the kinara (the candle holder).
7 candles: 3 red, 3 green, 1 black
Jordan tells his grandfather about his different friend groups Jordan and Drew, Jordan and Liam, Jordan and his neighbourhood friends. His grandpa used 3 Chinese food dishes as a metaphor for not having to choose between groups. What are the 3 dishes called?
General Tso's Chicken, Pepper Steak amd Shrimp Lo Mein
Why does Jordan wish he was Batman?
So he could fit in anywhere
How does the graphic novel format help readers understand the experience of being stereotyped?
Readers can see characters' expressions, the social context, and the contrast between what people say and how their actions affect others.