Was the government prepared for the need for water?
No, people began dying of dehydration.
What does Nima feel is happening to her when she is mean or acts out?
She feels that she is turning invisible.
What time of day is the execution scheduled for?
Dawn
Who accuses Sarah of cheating off Linda's test?
Mr. Hairston
What lie did Henry tell the other kids?
That he had a case of water they could use if they took him. There was no water.
What happened to Nima’s best friend?
He was attacked in school and was hospitalized
Why is John Dawson chosen as the victim?
To pressure the British by executing one of their officers because they caught and are executing one of the resistance’s officers.
Why does Linda protect Sarah’s younger sister in the hallway?
She feels it is not right for anyone to be attacked just because of their skin tone
What leads the neighborhood to attack the McCracken’s house?
Alyssa donated water and they knew that they had power and some water.
What does Nima learn about her father in the past?
He was planning to leave their family regardless.
What metaphor does Elisha repeatedly use for death/fear/evil?
Night having eyes (from a reflection of your own eyes in a window)
Which relationship does Linda expose after the school concert?
Judy Campbell and Chuck Tapscott.
What did Jacqui leave for Uncle Basil that she debated keeping?
Antibiotics
Why does Yasmeen push Nima off the roof?
She and Nima were competing for the opportunity to exist as Aisha’s daughter in the past.
Who does Elisha compare John Dawson to?
David, the beggar(devil/saint), and the captured resistance member.
What is Linda's Father's job?
A newspaper writer who is a vocal segregationist.
What did the kids find at the bunker?
Kelton’s brother raided it
How does Nima help Yasmeen?
She tells her about a way she can exist without stealing her life in a family friend who are trying for a child but never get one.
Who does Elisha see in the hideout with the resistance members?
His family
What does Linda find that she takes as proof she shouldn't pursue her feelings?
A hymn/article.