Chapter 16
Who does Maleeka spend a lot of time with in this chapter?
She spends a lot of time with Charlese.
What is Maleeka beginning to question about her behavior?
Maleeka is beginning to question why she follows others, especially Charlese, and why she lets people control her choices.
What kind of trouble does Maleeka get into in this chapter?
Maleeka gets into trouble at school because of her behavior and the choices she makes.
Who is Maleeka still influenced by?
She is still influenced by Charlese.
How is Maleeka changing in this chapter?
She is becoming more confident and independent
Who is trying to help Maleeka improve herself?
Miss Saunders is trying to help her.
Why does Maleeka feel pressured to act a certain way?
Maleeka feels pressured because she wants to fit in and avoid being teased or bullied by others.
Who is disappointed in Maleeka’s actions?
Miss Saunders is disappointed in her.
What is Maleeka beginning to understand?
She is beginning to understand that her choices have consequences
What does Maleeka realize about Charlese?
She realizes she dosent need to follow or impress Char any more
Why does Maleeka continue to follow Charlese even when it causes problems?
Maleeka follows Charlese because she wants to fit in and avoid being bullied, even though she knows it can lead to trouble.
How does Miss Saunders try to help Maleeka change?
Miss Saunders helps Maleeka by encouraging her to think for herself and be confident in who she is.
Why does Maleeka’s situation start to get more serious in this chapter?
It becomes more serious because her actions are leading to real consequences, and she can no longer ignore the results of her behavior.
Who continues to help guide Maleeka?
Miss Saunders continues to guide her.
How does Maleeka handle her schoolwork in this chapter?
She focuses more on her schoolwork and her future
What does this chapter show about Maleeka’s struggle with self-identity?
It shows that Maleeka is unsure of herself and depends on others for approval, which makes it hard for her to make her own decisions.
What does this chapter reveal about Maleeka’s internal conflict? (Hint: Internal conflict means - An inner battle between competing feelings, needs, or values. It involves opposing desires, beliefs, fears, or duties that create tension and complicate decision-making.)
This chapter shows that Maleeka is struggling between wanting to fit in with others and wanting to be true to herself. She feels unsure about her identity and is starting to realize that following others is not making her happy.
What does this chapter reveal about the impact of Maleeka’s choices?
It shows that her choices are negatively affecting her life, causing trouble at school and damaging how others see her.
How do Maleeka’s experiences in this chapter show her growth?
They show growth because she starts to accept responsibility and think more seriously about her actions instead of just following others.
What does Maleeka learn about how she deserves to be treated?
She learns that she deserves respect and should not accept bad treatment from others
How does peer pressure affect Maleeka’s decisions in this chapter?
Peer pressure causes Maleeka to make poor choices because she is more focused on being accepted than doing what is right
How is Maleeka beginning to change as a character in this chapter?
Maleeka is beginning to grow by questioning her actions and thinking more independently. She is starting to understand the importance of self-respect and not letting others control her.
How does this chapter help develop the theme of self-respect?
It shows that without self-respect, Maleeka continues to make harmful decisions, but the consequences begin to push her toward realizing she needs to change.
Why is taking responsibility important for Maleeka’s future?
Taking responsibility is important because it helps her make better choices and become more independent, which can lead to a better future.
What old habit is Maleeka leaving behind?
She is leaving behind the fear, insecurity, and need yo fit in with people who treat her badly