Josh
What does "pushing water uphill with a rake" mean?
It is impossible - Josh needs to leave Jordan alone.
Who is Jordan showing off for when he's on the court?
Miss Sweet Tea - Alexis
What are some things that Mr. Bell needs to stop doing to improve his health?
No more donuts/Krispy Kream! No more Pollards! No more Golden Dragon!
Why is the librarian confused?
She thinks Josh is JB.
What is Josh most concerned about?
Dad's health.
Why does JB/Jordan have Josh talk to Alexis on the phone?
He's too nervous - they sound alike and she doesn't know!
What are some reasons Mr. Bell does not trust doctors?
His grandfather trusted doctors and he stilll died young.
Basketball Rule #5 says,"When you stop playing your game you've already lost" (Alexander, 93). What does this mean?
(student interpretation)
Why is Josh getting annoyed with JB?
JB is distracted by Miss Sweet Tea and not focused on Josh as much.
Jordan's eyes are described as "moony". What does that mean?
He is thinking about Miss Sweet Tea.
How does Mr. Bell behave at games when Mrs. Bell does not attend?
He yells at the officials.
What is it called when an author uses words with the same sounds at the beginning?
Example: Struts, side steps, stutters, spins, sinks...
Alliteration
What grade does Josh get on his vocabulary test?
A+
How has Jordan changed since Miss Sweet Tea started at the school?
He is always smiling. He wears cologne. He's texting her. He seems spacey all the time. He dresses nicer for school.
What is Mr. Bell's nickname?
Da Man
Who is the twin's best friend?
Vondie
Why can't Josh sleep?
Jordan is on the phone with Miss Sweet Tea.
Where was Jordan when dad and Josh were pulled over by a police officer? How does this change the game for him?
Jordan was at gym warming up with the team. He got to start the game.
In "I'm on Free Throw Number Twenty-Seven", Mr. Bell starts coughing and clutching his chest. What could be happening to him?
Mild heart attack.
What new food(s) does Mrs. Bell feed the family that is not well liked?
Pita and hummus