Chapters 11-12
She puts something that looks like it used to be alive on Charlese's hamburger bun.
Miss Brown, the lunch lady.
Why does Ms. Saunders kick John-John out of the classroom?
When she asks the class what they want to talk about, John-John says "Why Maleeka's so black."
How many children does Ms. Saunders have?
None.
What do Tai and Mr. Pajolli decide about Maleeka's missing math homework?
How much does Juju pay Char for working at her parties?
$100
In the cafeteria, when Caleb tells Maleeka that she looks good and that he needs to talk to her, what does Maleeka do?
She brushes him off and tells him she'll talk to him some other time.
What play was the reading assignment for Ms. Saunders' class?
"Romeo and Juliet"
Describe the earrings Ms. Saunders is wearing.
Gold hoops with dolphins jumping through them.
Why do the teachers think Mr. Pajolli lets Ms. Saunders continue to work at the school?
They think he hopes that her company will give the school money for new computers or a new library.
How often does Juju have parties?
Two or three times per month.
What color are Charlese's shoes in the cafeteria scene.
Purple.
Who was the author of "Romeo and Juliet?"
Shakespeare
How does Ms. Saunders know that Maleeka passed the test for the girls school that Sweets goes to?
She checked her records.
Why are some parents complaining about Ms. Saunders?
They say she gives too much homework and makes them do too much reading.
What does Juju pay Charlese to do at the parties?
She pays her to clean glasses, empty ash trays, and serve food.
What is the name of the book that Ms. Saunders gives to Maleeka to read.
"Life of a Slave Girl"
What does Maleeka talk about when Desda says that somebody who can't live without you is romantic?
About what happened to Maleeka's mom after her dad died.
How many hours a day was Ms. Saunders working in her advertising job?
18
Why won't Mr. Pajolli let Char work in the office like Maleeka?
Because she lost 2 math books and 3 library books last year and still owes fines.
How does Maleeka feel about Charlese when she sees what her home life is like?
She feels sorry for her.
Maleeka asks John-John "Why do you hate me?" What reason does he give her?
He says she acts like she's better than him.
What does the writing on the board say when Ms. Saunders walks in late to class.
"THE TEACHER WITH TWO FACES"
What does Ms. Saunders say when Maleeka asks her why she's at McClenton Middle School?
"I want to teach."
What does Desda ask for when she comes to the office?
Desda needs a note to get into class after going to the dentist.
How old is Charlese's sister?
Twenty-five.