Characters
This wiz kid is one of Charlie's best friends.
CJ
Why are comic books so important to Charlie?
Comic books help Charlie escape his reality.
When does the story Rebound take place?
Summer of 1988
What is the meaning of "playing hookey"?
skipping school
What is the meaning of the word despondent?
sad and unhappy.
This character is Skinny's cousin.
Ivan
In the novel, Rebound, how old is Charlie Bell?
Who becomes Charlie's friend first, CJ or Skinny?
CJ and Charlie became friends first. (in pre-school)
"The blacktop is a boxspring" is a metaphor meaning...?
The blacktop allowed people to jump high OR people were able to jump high while playing basketball on the court.
What is the meaning of deprived?
Not allowing or neglecting
Charlie goes to visit these people during his summer break. (Use their actual names and not relationship to Charlie)
What is Charlie's favorite candy? (Be specific and describe the flavor)
Watermelon Now and Laters
Why does Charlie get arrested?
Charlie gets arrested because he and his friends had drugs. (marijuana)
I really showcase my moves and illustrate my grooves.
What type of figurative language is being used?
3 types
rhyme, assonance, and metaphor
What two things helped Charlie get out of his "black hole"?
Going to spend the summer with his grandparents.
Going to Disney World with his mother.
Who is Grandpa's neighbor and friend?
Mr. Smith, also known as Smitty.
Where do Charlie and his father go each summer?
Charlie and his father go to different state capitals each summer.
What song does Charlie's "Chuck" grandfather tell him about before he leaves?
Filthy McNasty
My dad was a star...my star exploded is a metaphor that explains..?
The metaphor explains how Charlie felt about his father dying.
Why does Charlie name his son's Joshua and Jordan?
He names his sons after his father and his favorite shoes/ player.
Who do Charles and his father play basketball against?
Mr. Miller and and his son Zipper.
How would Jordans (sneakers) be more for Charlie's heart than his feet?
Having Jordan sneakers would make Charlie feel more confident than how he feels wearing zips.
What happens to CJ and Charlie at the end of the novel?
They get married and have twin boys.
nearly burns them to holy hand grenades...
What type of figurative language is being used?
Alliteration
What is the meaning of fortified?
to strengthen