Vocab 3-5
The doctor needs to remove Raina's two front teeth. She needs an _______________
extraction
puberty
What does Raina get after her extraction that makes her feel normal?
Retainer with fake teeth
This is Raina's best friend back in 5th grade. She moved to a different town.
Jane
"And the worst of all... They had to postpone the world series!"
Raina's dad
This word is very similar to "embarrassing"
humiliating
This is a graduation ceremony
commencement
Which movie did Raina LOVE and what did it make her want to be when she grows up?
Little Mermaid / Animator
Two characters: Raina's sister and brother!
Amara and Will
"My ears got infected when I pierced them when I was twelve"
Raina's mom
If something is _____________ you are nervous or scared of this event
dreaded
When I left for college, our last few days were very _______________.
sentimental
What city is the book set in?
San Francisco
These are the two guys Raina had a crush on :)
Sammy and Sean
"I guess in the grand scheme of things, losing a couple teeth is not the end of the world"
Raina
I want to make a good first ____________. So I will wear my best clothes.
impression
Our relationship is ___________. We're not best friends but we say hello to each other.
amicable
How did Raina's "friends" humiliate her in front of the whole school?
Pulled down her skirt
One of Raina's doctors / dentists
Dr. Golden / Dr. Dragoni
"Hey Raina! Are you going to the Valentine's day dance?"
Sammy
Braces work with ____________ pressure. And the pressure __________________ over time.
subtle / increases
passion
What does Raina do to get Sean's attention?
tries out for basketball
List THREE of Raina's female friends
Jane, Nicole, Emily, Melissa, Kaylah, Kelli, Karin,Theresa
"And I thought I was the only slow runner in our class"
Theresa