Lemon Brown
When the story begins, what is Greg Ridley doing?
Greg was alone on the stoop at his house thinking of what his father said.
Mr. Bueller knows that Victor can not speak French, but he doesn't say anything. Why doesn't he say anything?
He knows why Victor is faking and sympathizes with Victor.
Why are Felix and Antonio uncomfortable?
They both want the glove but only one can win it and they have to fight each other
When the story begins what is the weather like?
The weather was bad with gray, angry, swirling, clouds.
Who is Michael, and why is he always scowling?
Michael is Victor's friend. he is always scowling because he thinks it will impress girls.
What deal do Antonio and Felix reach about their training period before the fight?
They give it their best shot and they don't see each other until the fight
Why does Greg choose to walk down the street instead of going into his house?
He doesn't want a lecture.
What is the major conflict of the story?
Victor needs to impress Teresa so that she will be "his girl."
Where do the boys go the night before the fight and why?
Felix goes to the movies and Antonio goes to the roof of his building. Both are trying not to think about the other.
Describe Lemon Brown.
An African American with a wrinkled face and white hair with legs rapped in rags with layers of dirty clothes.
What happens in homeroom that makes it difficult for Victor to talk to Teresa?
Teresa spends time talking with the teacher after homeroom.
What does the description of the fight suggest about both boys?
Both amigo brothers fought equally and skillfully.
Who does Greg remind Lemon of and why?
Greg has big moon eyes which remind Lemon about his son, Jess.
How does Victor respond when Teresa talks to him after homeroom?
Victor can not look at her and says something awkward.
Why do the friends agree to act like strangers before the fight?
They don't want their friendship to affect who wins the fight