Relationships
What happened to Miranda's parents the summer before 9th grade?
Her parents got divorced.
Why did Miranda make things up and told lies at summer camp?
At first, she hated camp. Then she felt like it would be interesting to make things up, and people liked to hear her stories.
What was the biggest lie that Miranda said in summer camp?
She had a brother with a deformed face.
Describe Miranda's mom.
Her mom didn't really talk to her that much.
Why didn't Miranda tell Via what happened at summer camp, and only told Ella?
Ella was fun, and Via was serious. She would have asked Miranda questions.
What does Miranda miss the most about having Via as a friend?
Via's family had always been nice to her. She always felt safe around them.
Describe Miranda's boyfriend.
He was one of the varsity guys in the popular group. He's not so sympathetic to her and cared more about himself.
Why did Miranda and Ella drift away from Via in high school?
Miranda felt like Via was judging them, but actually, they were the ones who changed, and Via was the same.
What was Miranda's reaction to Auggie when they were younger?
She loved him and always liked talking to him. She wasn't afraid of him.
She actually misses Via's friendship.
Why did Miranda join the theater elective and audition for the main character role?
She saw Via's name on the sign-up sheet and she knew Via would audition for the same role.
What was the reason Miranda called up Via's house one day?
She was probably hoping Via would answer.
How does Miranda feel at the end of the play after she met Auggie and his family?
She felt absolutely happy
Why did Miranda pretend to be sick on the day of their Our Town performance?
She saw Via's family, but there was no one there to watch her - not friends, no family. It was meaningless to perform.
What did Miranda realize about herself while she was acting in the play?
She was actually good at acting.