Characters
What is the first and last name of the main character?
Tom Gallagher
What is the name of the town that the book is based in?
Dillontown
What is the definition of a team player or teammate?
working together for the greater good; collaborating; a person who plays or works well as a member of a team or group.
Name two benefits to speaking up/sharing your opinion?
It might help someone else; it might change the outcome for the better; you may feel better that you said something instead of holding it in.
What zone are in when you are calm, focused, and ready to learn?
The GREEN zone
What is the name of the girl that Tom likes?
Maria
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Who won the baseball game?
The Wildcats
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How did the baseball game end?
How will Doc decide if he should sell his land?
There will be a baseball game played between the town and the newer town's team. If their town wins, Doc will not sell the land. If they lose, he will sell.
What are two reasons why people might not choose to speak up when they should say something?
they are afraid; they don't want to cause trouble; they think someone else might speak up instead
Name 2 outdoor activities that you can do for self-care.
walking; hiking; biking;
What is the name of the "mystery man" that is on a poster in Tom's room?
Dante Del Gato
Name 2 team spirit qualities did Cruz have that made him a good team player?
He came from far away to be part of a team; tried his best to fit in; was humble about his baseball abilities; cared for his teammates; tried to improve the hitting of others.
What is the name of the town's baseball team?
The Wildcats
What could happen to the small businesses in town if Doc's land is sold?
The could lose business and be forced to close because of newer stores and shops coming in.
Name 2 coping strategies that you can use when you are frustrated.
Listen to music; write; play an instrument; take a deep breath; mindfulness;
Name 5 players on the baseball team.
Tom, Frankie, Ramon, Rachel, Tara, Maria, Will, Cruz, Clifford, Cody
What is the name of the baseball field that the kids played and practiced at?
The Lucky Strike
What is the moral of the story?
Don't give up. Work as a team. Speak your mind
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What is the definition of gentrification?
A process that can occur when wealthier people move into lower-income neighborhoods, prompting cultural shifts, increases in prices, and the displacement of long-standing, lower-income residents.
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Name 2 negative things that happen because of gentrification.
Name 2 screen free activities for self-care.
Do an art project; yoga; mindfulness; exercise; cooking; music
Who is Alabaster Jones and what did he do that is considered inappropriate?
He was the banker that was looking to profit from the land development; he addressed Cruz as that Mexican kid; identifies del Gato as a drugged out coach; he grabbed Tom's shirt collar in an aggressive manner; he threatened Tom’s parents; he threatened to shut down the local school.
Describe the town prophecy.
Black Jack Buck and seeing the future- Someone from the east would come into the town. Something was going to happen to cause someone to die. Dillontown would be torn apart unless they could find the dead man's secret. There would be a double cross and a double loss.
What was Dante Del Gato's secret to hitting?
repetition; practice; eventually he could see the ball coming at him in slow motion because he practiced every day and worked hard.
What would happen to the town's people if they can't afford to live in the newly developed town?
They would have to move; they would be displaced.
Name 3 things that you can do to practice positive self care.
Listen to music; go for a walk; talk to friends; get exercise;