vocab
Obscene
Offensive:disgusting repulsive
adult charged with the same felony murder as Steve Harmon
James king
where did Steve Harmon spend most of his time in the whole book
the prison
what the the main idea of the book?
to explore the themes of identity, guilt, innocence, and the injustices of the criminal justice system
what gang is Osvaldo involved with
diablos
Safeguard
a measure taken to protect someone or something or to prevent something
Steve's defense attorney
Kathy o Brien
where was the story taken place?
harlem
Why did the author choose a screenplay format for the novel
to immerse readers in the protagonist Steve's perspective, create a cinematic experience, and emphasize the performative nature of the justice system
what did James kings cousin claim James bought her in December
a lamp
Dispensary
a place that gives meds and dental care
Current convict who testifies for prosecution in order to get out of prison
Salvatore Zinzi
what's the significance of the Scene inside cell block d
it sets the stage for Steve Harmon's story, highlighting his anxiety and the grim reality of his situation
What is Steve's role in the crime
the alleged lookout
whats the name of the novel
monster
mentor
A wise and trusted teacher or counselor
drug store worker who found the body of Mr.Nesbitt
Jose Delgado
Describe the visitation room in Monster.
having a hexagonal table with prisoners sitting inside and visitors outside
what was James kings role in the crime
perpetrator who shot and killed Mr. Nesbitt during a drugstore robbery
who was Steve's film teacher
Mr.sawicki
grainny
a picture that looks or feels textured with small particles or unclear or fuzzy
14 year old from Harlem who was an accomplice in the felony testifies for the prosecution in exchange for a full acquittal
Osvaldo Cruz
what year is this book based on
1999
How does the first-person perspective, combined with the screenplay, influence
creating a powerful emotional connection, forcing the reader to experience Steve's perspective directly while also providing a creative outlet for him to process his situation
who wrote the book
Walter dean Myers