Characters
Who was the boy who kept his emotions locked in a suitcase?
Rob
In what state did the story happen?
Florida
Why did Rob stuff his feelings into a suitcase?
So he wouldn't have to deal with them.
whittle mean ____
to carve
Why did Rob stand up for Sistine?
To pay her back fro standing up for him
The name of Rob's teacher
Mrs. Soames
What was the name of the motel where Rob and his father live?
Kentucky Star Motel
What is the most likely reason that Rob's father moved them from Jacksonville to Lister, FL?
To start a new life and get over the loss of Rob's mother.
"put your foot in your mouth"
saying something bad that you shouldn't
Why was Rob happy he was being asked to stay home?
He doesn't want to go to school.
The girl who stood for Rob when he was getting bullied.
Sistine
Where was Sistine from? (page 11)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Why is the suitcase significant(important) to Rob?
It is a place where Rob can hide his feelings that he doesn't want to deal with.
contagious
something others could possibly catch
How does Rob feel about Billy and Norton?
He's scared of them. He doesn't like them.
Name the two boys who were bullying Rob
Billy and Norton Threemonger
Where did Rob find the tiger?
Way out in the woods behind Kentucky Star Motel
What grade was Rob in? (page 11)
6th
He muttered something under his breath.
whispered
What is a likely reason Rob locks up his emotions?
Answers may vary. (He doesn't know how to deal with them. He isn't ready to face them. He is undergoing the grieving process. It was too painful for him to even think about it.)