MEET THE CAST
He is the central character whose story frames the novel
Who is Walter?
What kind of facility is Upward Bound?
What is an adult daycare program?
What major event does Dave organize at Upward Bound?
What is a holiday show?
Which family member returns to support Walter after his father dies?
Who is his mother, Lisa?
He is the Upward Bound aide who develops a close relationship with Jorge?
Who is Carlos?
This gentle nonspeaking client is known for wandering away from the center
Who is Jorge?
What is acting?
What activity does Ann organize that transforms the rec room into a tropical setting?
What is a tiki-themed decorating party?
Who is Dave, and what is acting?
This object provides Jorge with comfort and becomes important to major turning point in the story
What is his Mr. Potato Head toy?
What makes the holiday show meaningful?
What is participation?
What is withdrawing him from the program?
Who is Ann?
This is the communication tool Walter uses to express himself
What is a letter board?
What does Dave's approach to the show reveal about his identity?
What is ambitious and control?
What new pursuit becomes an important part of Walter's life after leaving Upward Bound?
What is writing?