Akeisha
How old is Akeisha?
12
Akeisha's family is very wealthy.
Define perpetually using context clues.
Continually/constantly/repeatedly, from perpetually turning left
Who all lives with Akeisha?
Papa, Nana, and Tyson
Akeisha is a very smart girl.
Yes, she studied for four-hours
A click, or an unlocking sound. "a soft snick sounded, and the lock released"
What subject does Akeisha study in the story?
Math
Does Papa want Akeisha to help people leave earth?
Yes, "but your papa, he's done all he can to be sure you've got opportunities"
Define impossible using context clues.
Out of reach/beyond understanding, "as if she could touch the impossible stars"
What is the one thing Akeisha has always wanted to see?
A different sky, or stars
Does Nana think humanity will stay on Earth?
Define motes using context clues.
little spots, "tiny glimmering motes sparkled just beneath her skin"
What happens to Akeisha's hands when she goes sky-side?
Did Nana help Akeisha to go sky-side?
Yes, "I laid the breadcrumbs, but you had to choose to follow them."
Define radiated using context clues.
gave off/shed "just radiated a soft warmth like Mrs. Anderson's old tabby"