Characters
What is the name of Maxine's ex-boyfriend?
Jon
What is something that Jade was looking forward to but did not get?
A spot on the study abroad trip
What school does Jade go to?
St. Francis
What is the name of the artist in the book that Maxine purchased for Jade?
Mickalene
Why did Jade's Uncle say about her Dad and why?
Jade's Uncle said that he was living off of his wife Fiance. He alluded to him being a bum.
Who is the teacher that offered the mentorship program to Jade?
Mrs. Parker
What are two factors that led to Sam and Jade's fight?
Sam thinking that Jade is overacting when it comes to racial issues and Jade being jealous of Sam for getting picked for the trip
Where does Jade see Sam for the first time?
On the bus
Why does Jade believe Maxine stood her up?
She thinks it's because of her boyfriend
When Jade was younger, her father told her something that had stayed with her since then, what did Jade's father tell her?
"He told her that it's important to take the opportunity that she has."
or
"He told her the importance of reading."
Who was the black girl who was a victim of police brutality for having a house party that was too loud?
Natasha Ramsey
What was Jade's birthday plan, and how did she end up spending it.
She was supposed to go to brunch with her friends but they cancelled. She got in a fight with her Uncle so she spent the day sleeping.
What city does Jade live in?
Portland or North Portland
How does Jade feel when she figures out her Uncle EJ knows Maxine?
She is surprised and Angry
Rhode Island College
Who hosted the art gala the Woman to Woman mentorship program attended?
Mia, Maxine's sister
How did Jade's mom feel about Maxine at the beginning of the book versus at the end?
At first Jade's mom think's that Maxine is a bad influence or is potentially jealous of the time she gets to spend with Jade. At the end she encourages Jade to stick with the program and is friendly with Maxine (cooking together)
What country does Sam get to travel to for the study abroad program?
Costa Rica
Why couldn't LeeLee meet up with Sam and Jade for Jade's birthday?
She got into an argument with her aunt and got put on punishment.
What does Jade like most about Spanish?
She feels like she's learning a secret code and feels like it's powerful.
Sabrina
What deal did Jade and Maxine make that started to help them repair their relationship?
Maxine agreed to quit Jon if Jade does not quit the program
What school does Lee Lee go to?
Northside
Why did Maxine take Jade to the Powell's bookstore?
Maxine wanted to make up for her not being able to take her brunch on her B-day.
What can Jade's Dad forgetting her birthday reveal about her dad or his and Jade's dynamic?
It could reveal that Jade has been let down before by her father. Her father missing her birthday could be one of many missing important events.