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100
What was Darrell's new best friend's name at Bluford and name one character trait this boy had.
Harold; he was shy
100
What is the name of the girl Darrell meets at the market?
Amberlynn
100
What sport does Darrell decide to join and who helps persuade him to join?
Wrestling, Coach Lewis and himself
100
What happens at Darrell's first wrestling match?
He loses, but shows he is using his mind
100
What happens to Tyray in the cafeteria?
Tyray breaks his wrist when Darrell takes him down
200
What city was Darrell originally from? Bonus 50pts if you know what state this city is in.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
200
What after-school activity does Amberlynn participate in?
Cheerleading
200
What book does Mr. Mitchell give to Darrell? Bonus 50pts if you can name the author.
Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
200
How does Darrell stand up to Tyray for the first time?
He doesn't bring him the money
200
What consequences does Darrell receive for fighting with Tyray?
A meeting with his parents
300
How does Darrell learn who Harold is? Where does he meet this person?
From Mrs. Davis, Harold's grandma He meets her on the street after his oranges are stomped on
300
What teacher does Darrell like most?
Mr. Mitchell his English teacher
300
How are Darrell and the main character of the book Mr. Mitchell gives him alike?
They both are stuck in a bad situation and have to get the courage to stand up for themselves.
300
What was Uncle Jason's reaction to Darrell and his boys after the cousin was trapped in the trunk in the garage?
Uncle Jason was glad Darrell did something to stop it and punished his son.
300
How do you think Darrell's mom would have reacted to the news about the fight?
disbelief, sad, worried, etc
400
Why doesn't Darrell like his uncle Jason?
He is "mean" to Darrell and always talks about how small Darrell is.
400
What grade is Darrell in?
9th
400
Who does Darrell help at school?
the cafeteria woman or Harold
400
What happens to Darrell at the dance?
He gets dumped in the bathroom trash by the bullies
400
DOUBLE JEOPARDY What is a major theme of the novel?
Stand up for yourself and tell others about bullies immediately
500
What does Darrell fear the most about moving to California?
He is afraid he will be bullied and not make friends.
500
What does Darrell have to do to keep from being beat up by Tyray?
Give him $10 every Friday
500
Name 3 character traits of Darrell before his dramatic change at the end of the novel.
possible answers: weak, not confident, angry, etc
500
What is the climax of the story?
When Darrell stands up to Tyray in the lunchroom.
500
What did Darrell possibly help to prevent in his own family?
Hopefully his cousin Travis from becoming a bully.
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