Monique was abusive and sent to prison for child endangerment.
100
"No, baby, that ain't fear--that's respect. He's a man and I'm a woman. He's stronger and tougher and he takes care of me. It's okay if he gets a little rough sometimes."
Monique
100
Why does the apartment catch on fire at the end of the book?
The hot dogs Angel is cooking burns because Jordan is attacks her.
100
Which characters are used to portray the theme of abuse and neglect?
Jordan and Monique
200
Who is a dancer?
Angel
200
Why does Gerald go back to live with his mother and stepfather?
Aunt Queen suddenly died of a heart attack.
200
"A kitten!" screamed _________ with delight. "I'm going to name her Tiger!"
Angel
200
Where does Jordan put Tiger in order to control Angel with threats?
In the oven.
200
Which characters are used to portray the theme of love?
Gerald, Angel, and Aunt Queen
300
Who is Gerald's mother AND his abusive stepfather? (This has 2 answers)
Monique and Jordan
300
Why does Angel throw up?
She has anxiety from Jordan's return.
300
"He smacks me and punches me all the time. I got cuts and bruises all over me. But that ain't the problem. I can deal with that. It's what he does to Angel that I can't stand."
Gerald
300
Why does the apartment catch on fire at the end of the book?
The hot dogs Angel is cooking burns because Jordan is attacks her.
300
Gerald and Tiger represent what to Angel?
Protectors or guardians. Someone who is there for her to help her through hard times.
400
Who is there for Gerald and helps him go to the police?
Mr. Washington
400
What does Jordan say that makes Monique believe it is okay for him to live with them again?
He says he was rehabilitated in prison.
400
"I don't think she's had a very happy life, Gerald. I wish I'd had her with me--with us. We woulda put a smile on that face."
Aunt Queen
400
Where do Angel and Gerald go after Robbie's death? How do they get there? (This answer has 2 parts.)
They go to Mr. Washington's house; they take the bus.
400
What do basketball and dance represent to Gerald and Angel? (This is one answer.)
They represent an escape, a way of expressing painful memories or experiences.
500
Whose house does Angel spend the night at during weekends?
Kiara
500
Why does Gerald take the bus to games instead of riding in Andy's car?
He likes the time to himself to think.
500
"You were right to tell me, Gerald...I'm glad you trusted me. Let's go get this stopped right now."
Mr. Washington
500
How do Gerald and Angel survive the fire at the end?
Jordan's body was blocking the doorway. He unintentionally saved them.
500
Monique's disbelief of Jordan's abuse shows what theme?
Sometimes is is easier to believe a lie than the truth.