Characters
He was a really curious boy who planned to move north as soon as he had enough money to support him.
Richard
"You know better than to eat in the classroom"
Aunt Addy
Where did Richard live after his dad left?
Granny's House
He hung the cat
Who did Richard fight when he came back to Memphis?
Harrison
Was a really religious woman who took in Richard and his family and forced her beliefs on him through guilt.
Granny
" I want none of that Devil stuff in my house!"
Granny
How did Richard start a fire at his first home?
He lite the curtain on fire
Why did Richards mom want to leave Granny's the first time?
She was too religious
Why did Richard get baptized?
He was pressured/guilted by his family and friends.
This character let Richard stay with them in Memphis. This character also had a daughter whom she wanted him to marry.
Mrs.Moss
"You see, granny, if I ever saw an angel like Jacob did, then I'd believe." - Church
Richard
Why was it hard for Richards mom to walk?
She had a stroke
What was Richard addicted to when he was little?
Alchohol
What animals did Richard see in the chain gang?
A zebra and an elephant
This character had a razor fight with Richard, and told his children that he was a bad influence that they could not talk to.
"Well be careful," ... "He's after you." - Memphis
Mr. Olin
Where did Richard's brother go after their mom became sick?
The North
Why did Richard almost not graduate school?
He refused to read the principal's speech
What was Richards dog's name
This character lived with Granny and worked as a school teacher. This character read the story "Bluebeard."
Ella
"When you're in front of white people, think before you act, think before you speak."
Griggs
What was the name of the boat the Richards family took to Granny's house?
The Kate Adams
What did Richard's dad give him the last time they saw each other?
A nickel
What street did Richard live on with Mrs. Moss and Bess?
Beale Street