The Characters
Main character of the book who is always getting in trouble
Iggy Frangi
What does the following simile mean?
Jeremy got to eat like a horse this morning, because he has a recital this afternoon.
Jeremey got to eat a lot.
When Iggy's clip is moved to orange he blushed. What is he feeling?
Embarrassed
To pity means-
To feel sorry for someone or something
What happens when Iggy misbehaves during brunch?
Character known as the "Wonderful Boy" who plays cello and seems perfect in every way
Jeremy Greerson
What 2 things are being compared in this simile?
Everyone was looking at Iggy like he was a worm and not just a worm, but a half squashed, half squirming worm.
Iggy and a disgusting worm
When perfect Jeremy Greerson comes to visit, Iggy mostly feels-
jealous or envious
A synonym for pitiful
pathetic
What was Iggy's punishment when he plays with his mom's makeup and shaving cream in the bathroom?
Iggy had to buy a whole new lipstick that cost him $13!
Older babysitting sister of the main character
Maribel
What does this example of personification mean?
It was like his brain had gone on vacation.
Doing something without thinking
Why does Iggy skateboard off the roof in front of Jeremy?
To show off
Definition of precise
exact
What happens to Puttzi when the boys decide to race their desks?
Her knee is so badly hurt that she leaves on a stretcher and the principal has to teach the class.
Little sister of the main character
Molly
What two things are being compared in the following sentence?
Mr. Schulberger marched like a big blond giant across the classroom to Iggy.
Mr. Schulberger and a giant
How did Jeremy Greerson feel as he jumped off the roof?
regret
definition of enthusiastically
something done with full interest or excitement
At first, how does Iggy feel about crying in front of everyone after the desk incident?
embarrassed
The main character's teacher name or nickname
Puttzi or Ms. Schulberger
What does warp speed in the following sentence mean?
Ms. Schulberger turned around to see four desks blasting toward her at warp speed.
Warp speed means really fast
How do you know that Iggy felt really bad about what happened to his teacher after the desk race incident?
He cried and cried.
Meaning of extenuating circumstances
Something that makes an offense or crime more forgivable
What effect did the desk incident have on Iggy?
His behavior improves. He still feels guilty years later.