Assignment 1-2
Who is Natalie's teacher
Mr. Neely
How has Natalie's relationship with Mikayla changed?
They were friends, but now they are not.
In what kind of contest did Mr. Neely ask Natalie to consider competing?
Egg drop contest
What does Twig like to do?
Play board games
Who said, " I am glad you are having fun with this assignment, but making observations is supposed to be homework.:
Mr. Neely
How does Natalie feel about the assignment?
She thinks it is a lost cause
What did the girls find in the frog?
a grasshopper
What does her dad always say about her mom.
We should give her space
What does Natalie infer is wrong with her mom?
She got fired by Mikayla's mom
" You know he does try. He's a smart guy and he cares."
Dari
Who would help Natalie with math and science questions
her mom
What was her mom's job?
How does Natalie feel in Chapter 6?
She feels angry, scared, and hated her mom for making her feel that way
What was special about the Cobalt Orchid?
It survived in a toxic place
" No, I was busy asking you what's wrong."
Twig
What is her dad's occupation?
therapist
In chapter 4, Natalie says, " Plants are a language I know, but thinking about them makes my stomach cramp" Why does she feel this way?
Who does Mr. Neely suggest Natalie work with?
Dari
What gives Natalie hope that her mom can get better
The miracle of the orchid
" I haven't dressed up in three years."
Mikayla
Who is her best friend?
Twig
In chapter 4, how has Natalie's mom similar to a plant now?
She no longer laughs, sings, or wonders
What new rule is in place at the house?
She can't go in the room.
What is funny about the fact her dad took care of the plants too much?
He gives Natalie's mom too space when he did not give any space to the plants.
" Um, is that why you called me up here?"
Natalie