Vocabulary
A disease caused by a parasite
Malaria
What did Carly send to the hospital with Michael Eric?
Mr. Longneck
What does Mr. Longneck symbolize in the story?
comfort, connection, caring, relationships
I am confused, can be a troublemaker, am sassy but responsible
Carley
What did Carley hide from people at the beginning of the book?
Bruises
A foolish or gullible person
Simpleton
Why didn't Carley tell Toni she lived with a foster family?
She was embarassed
What does basketball symbolize in the story?
friendship, bonding, kindness, self- worth, strength/confidence
I am loving, kind, and empathetic
Mrs. Murphy
Who comes to the house to question Carley?
Police officer
To strike repeatedly with fists
Pummeled
Why does Mr. Murphy get mad at Carley?
She skipped school.
What does the Salvation Army symbolize in the story?
childhood, contrast to Murphys, past, something old brings something new to someone
I am jealous, angry, and am sad that my dad doesn't agree with me
Daniel
What does Carley take from Mrs. Murphy's purse?
Library card
Agitated or confused
Flustered
According to Carley, why is Daniel bad at basketball?
He's afraid to take chances when playing.
What do the rolls symbolize in the story?
anger, emotions, love and nurturing
I can be mean and sassy, I love green things
Toni
What does Carley do to Jimmy Partin?
Hung him in the tree like a Christmas ornament
The state of being unaware of what is happening
Oblivion
What did Carley's mom do on her last birthday?
Call the school and say it was an emergency so she could sing Happy Birthday to her.
What does the Murphy's house symbolize in the story?
unconditional love, stability and safety, true family
I am brave and nice, but can be untrusting of some people
Jack Murphy
Why did Carley tell Mrs. Murphy that she wanted to leave them?
They were too nice to her.