Ch1
Who is the protagonist of "Monster"?
Steve Harmon
What is Steve Harmon on trial for?
Felony murder
What is the format of the book "Monster"?
A screenplay mixed with diary entries
Who is Steve’s defense attorney?
Kathy O'Brien
Who is the prosecutor in Steve's trial?
Sandra Petrocelli
What is the significance of the title "Monster"?
It refers to how the prosecutor describes Steve.
Who is Steve’s co-defendant?
James King
Which store was robbed in the book?
A drugstore
Who was the victim of the robbery?
Mr. Nesbitt
What role does Osvaldo Cruz play in the crime?
He was supposed to be a lookout.
What is the name of the film Steve is making about his trial?
"Monster"
Who is the witness that testifies about the gun used in the crime?
Jose Delgado
What does Steve’s mother bring him while he is in jail?
A Bible
Why does Steve write in his notebook?
To cope with his fear and confusion
Who is the detective that testifies against Steve?
Detective Karyl
What does Steve’s father dream of for his son?
That he would play football and go to college
Who is the character that claims to have seen Steve in the drugstore?
Lorelle Henry
What does Steve’s lawyer advise him to do during the trial?
To distance himself from the other defendants
What does the jury ultimately decide about Steve’s guilt?
They find him not guilty.
What is Steve's passion that he wants to pursue after the trial?
Filmmaking
Who is the film club teacher who testifies on Steve's behalf?
Mr. Sawicki
What does Steve’s lawyer do at the end of the trial?
She turns away from him.
What is the setting of most of the book?
The courtroom and jail
How does Steve feel about his identity throughout the book?
Conflicted and uncertain
What does Steve’s father do after the trial?
He becomes distant and moves away.