Characters
What happens to Chase Ambrose at the beginning of the novel?
He falls off his roof and loses his memory.
What causes Chase to lose his memory?
Falling off the roof of his house.
What is one major lesson readers learn from Restart?
People can change.
Where does Chase fall from at the beginning of the novel?
The roof of his house.
Which animal can sleep for about 20 hours a day?
A koala.
Which student becomes one of Chase's first new friends after his accident?
Brendan Espinoza.
Which school club does Chase unexpectedly join?
The video club.
What does Chase struggle to understand because of his amnesia?
His identity and who he used to be.
Why do many students at school act nervous around Chase after he returns?
Because they remember him as a bully, even though he doesn't remember them.
Which planet has enough room to fit about 1,300 Earths inside it?
Jupiter.
Why does Shoshanna dislike Chase at the beginning of the story?
Because Chase bullied her brother, Joel, for years.
Where does Chase complete community service?
At a senior living center.
What theme is shown as Chase works to earn back people's trust?
Redemption or forgiveness.
Why do the residents at the senior center begin to like Chase?
Because he is kind, respectful, and willing to help them.
What is the only letter that does not appear in the names of any U.S. state?
The letter Q.
Why do Aaron and Bear become frustrated with Chase after his accident?
Because he no longer wants to bully people or act the way he did before.
Why is the stolen Medal of Honor an important part of the story?
It reveals how serious Chase's actions were before the accident and forces him to take responsibility.
According to Restart, what has a greater impact on a person's identity than their memories?
Their choices and actions.
How does Chase earn the respect of the residents at the senior center?
By treating them with kindness, helping them, and showing genuine care.
What fruit is actually a giant berry?
A banana.
Why does Shoshanna have such a hard time trusting Chase, even after he begins to change?
Because Chase bullied her brother Joel for years, and she believes he should face the consequences of his past actions.
What decision does Chase make near the end of the novel that proves he has truly changed?
He chooses to stand up for Brendan and the video club instead of helping Aaron and Bear.
What major lesson does Gordon Korman teach about forgiveness and redemption in Restart?
People can change, but they must earn forgiveness through their actions, and not everyone will forgive them.
What important realization does Chase have about his life by the end of the novel?
He realizes he cannot erase his past, but he can choose to become a better person and accept responsibility for his actions.
What is the national animal of Scotland, even though it isn't real?
The unicorn.