Melinda
Rachel/Rachelle
David Petrakis
Mr. Freeman
Free for all!
100
What grade is Melinda in?
9th grade
100
Who is Rachelle?
Melinda's ex-bestfriend
100
David is Melinda's partner in what class?
Biology, science, lab partner
100
What part of the turkey does Melinda use in Mr. Freeman's class?
Turkey Bones
100
What is Melinda's last name?
Sordino
200
What causes the entire school to hate Melinda?
She calls the cops at a party
200
How does Rachelle change at the end of the book?
She sees Melinda's side of the story and listens to her and tries to reconnect with her.
200
What does David want to do when he is older?
Medicine, be a doctor, pre-med, etc.
200
DAILY DOUBLE: What does Mr. Freeman's name symbolize in Melinda's life?
To her Mr. Freeman resembles a "free zone" where she can be herself
200
What is the name of the school Melinda attends?
Merryweather High
300
What is the senior's name from the party? And what does Melinda call him in her head?
Andy Evans; it, Andy 'Beast'
300
Who is Rachel/Rachelle dating?
Andy Evans
300
Why is David important to the story/Melinda?
He is the first person to actually speak to her as a friend.
300
What does Mr. Freeman use to draw project names?
Broken globe
300
Who wrote Speak?
Laurie Halse Anderson
400
Describe Melinda's parents
Melinda's mom is always busy working in her shop. Melinda's dad is somewhat friendly but awkward around her and doesn't make an effort.
400
What changes things between Rachelle and Andy?
Melinda confides in her and let her know about the rape.
400
DAILY DOUBLE: What does David do in class differently one day that makes him stand out to Melinda? Explain and describe the scenario.
The teacher had started a debate about why his son wasn't getting a job as a fire man. The teacher had started it off by saying that immigrants post 1900s were the ones taking all of the jobs. However he stops the debate once people don't take his side. But David stands up and says that once the debate is open he should be able to speak what is on his mind. He was given the option of either sitting down or leaving class and he decides to leave class.
400
What makes Mr. Freeman different from the other teachers?
1. He treats everyone like individuals 2. Creates a creative work zone 3. Shows students his life beyond just school 4. Doesn't agree with everything the school does 5. Much nicer and laid back
400
What motivates Melinda to say something? In other words what does Melinda see that makes her want to tell everyone what really happened with Andy?
Rachelle starts dating Andy. When Melinda sees this, some part of her wants to reach out to her ex-best friend. She eventually does which is the first time Melinda talks about it.
500
What happens in the closet with Andy? List at least 3 things.
1. Andy is upset that Melinda told Rachelle what happened. 2. Melinda stands up for herself and says no for once 3. Nicole comes and saves Melinda 4. Andy tries to rape her again. 5. Andy slowly looses control and lashes out
500
Who does Rachelle start talking to more?
Exchange students
500
David asks Melinda to join him out for pizza after what sporting event?
Football game.
500
Why is Mr. Freeman so important in this book?
1. He symbolizes the free place for Melinda to be able to be herself. 2. He pushes her to be her best. 3. He tells her the truth and treats her like a normal person. 4. He asks her/lets her know that she can talk to him if she wants to. Strangely, he is the only person to do that.
500
What does the title "Speak" resemble in this book?
The title "Speak" resembles Melinda's inability to come out and speak up about what happened to her at the party. Throughout the book you see her debating if she should say something or if she should just pretend nothing happened. Her friends never speak to her either so that doesn't help either. However at the end of the book, she confides in Rachelle and you see her opening up. At the end of the book she gains her confidence and finally opens up and "speaks" and tells everyone what really happened at the party.
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