Figurative Language
"I fell asleep in the backseat like I always do, my head on Via's lap like she was my pillow" (p.10)
simile
Who were the three students August met on his school tour?
Charlotte, Jack Will, Julian
What book did Via read that her parents thought was impressive?
War and Peace
"But if someone doesn't have a summer name and wants to sit with us," she said very seriously, "we'll still let them if they're nice, okay?" (page will be shown on answer)
Summer (p.53)
Name August's friend who moved away
Christopher
"At Beecher Prep, I'm the old moldy cheese." (p.72)
Why did August cut off his braid?
Julian made a comment in class during a class introduction. He referenced Darth Sidious who's face gets burned and deformed.
What did Jack Will find and fix up that Julian and Miles thought someone else must have taken?
snow sled
"I mean, the thing is: he always follows me around. What am I supposed to do?"
(Page # will be seen on answer)
Jack Will (p.77)
What did August end up doing for his birthday?
They went bowling!
"Dad was in such a hurry to follow her that he dropped the video camera, which broke into a million pieces." (p.7)
hyperbole
Why was August upset on Halloween?
He overheard his friend Jack Will talking about him.
How did Jack Will and his little brother Jamie react to seeing August for the first time?
Jack Will made a noise, and Jamie screamed, Veronica their babysitter left soon after.
"Yeah, it sucks. I really miss him a lot."
(Page # on answer)
Summer (p.128)
When August was little what would he wear on his head, until it got lost?
astronaut helmet
"I guess the apple doesn't fall far from the tree." (p.67)
idiom
Why do students start ignoring Jack Will during school?
After punching Julian, Julian started a rumor around the school with the intention of having everyone not be friends with him until he leaves August to the side.
How much money does Jack Will's family have? Give an example.
Very little
"Me and Jack had this science-fair project idea we wanted to work on together..."
Julian (p.154)
What's the name of the doll that Via had before August came home for the first time?
Lilly
Who brought Daisy home, and where'd they get her?
August's dad bought her from a homeless person for $20.
When did Jack Will realize what Summer meant by Bleeding Scream? (be specific)
Science Class
"I know you're a nice kid, Jack. And I know that sometimes even nice kids do dumb things, right?"
Mr. Tushman (p. 157)
Who is Via's boyfriend? and what is his hobby?
Justin, he plays music from Louisiana, even though he's from Brooklyn.