Characters
What is another name the Shirley Temple Wong goes by?
Bandit
Sixth cousin
Where in America does Shirley live?
Brooklyn NY
What is the book mainly about?
Shirleys transition and adjusting to America
Which team did Jackie Robinson play for
Brookly Dodgers
Who is Shirleys first American friend?
Mabel
Why does Shirley feel left out at school?
She doesnt speak English well
What does baseball symbolize in the story?
American culture and belonging as well as the struggle of non whites to fit in
What position does Jackie Robinson play
First base
Which teacher helps Shirley adjust to her new school?
Mrs. Rappaport
What holiday does shirley not understand, but later enjoys?
HAlloween
What theme/personality trait is shown through Shirly making friends and learning English?
Perserverance
Why is Jackie Robinson important in american history?
First black player in MLB
Whats the name of Senoras bird?
Toscanini
What does Shirley do that finally makes her feel like she belongs?
Plays stickball/baseball
What does Jackie Robinson represent that is similar to Shirleys struggle
Courage in the face of adversity
What does Shirley receive related to baseball
A glove baseball cards