Setting
What time period does the story take place?
The 1960's
Why is Alfred waiting for James at the beginning of chapter 1?
He is waiting to go to the movies with him
Who is Alfred's best/only friend
James
Define Mood
the language an author uses to evoke emotion in the reader
Where does the novel start?
The streets of Harlem, New York
What mistake does Alfred make at the clubhouse?
He lets Major and his gang know about the cash register where he works.
Who jumps Alfred at the end of Chapter 2?
Major, Hollis & Sonney (Major and his gang)
Define Similie
Comparing two things using the terms 'like' or 'as'
What movement is taking place during the story?
The Civil Rights Movement
What does Alfred forget about until it's too late?
The silent alarm
Who saves/helps Alfred after he gets jumped?
Henry Johnson
Define: Imagery
visual or descriptive language use
What political party/civil rights group is alluded to in Chapter 4
The Black Panthers
Where does Alfred go in hopes of finding James after the cops show up?
The cave he and James discovered as children
What is the name of the cousin Uncle Wilson is constantly bragging about?
Jeff
What is the difference between mood and tone?
Mood is how the readers are meant to feel
Tone is how the speaker or author feel
What three main parts make up the setting of a story?
Time, Place/Environment, Atmosphere
What lie does Alfred tell about how he got hurt?
He tells her he was walking along the rock wall and fell
Who are Alfred's "parent figures" in the novel?
Aunt Pearl
Identify a simile we've discussed within the first 5 chapters of The Contender
ex. "The Punching Bag sounded like a machine gun"