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Chapter 1
Setting
The bully
Theme
Vocabulary
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who's Darrell good friend?
Malik
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In the chapter one of The Bully his friend said "Man can't believe you're moving to -------" where was Darrell moving to?
Darrell was leaving Philadelphia and moving to California
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what were the bully's name
Tyray and Rodney
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how C.A different from Philadelphia
the supermarket was nicer the aisles were cleaner and the vegetables did not look as old and limp
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what dose Avoiding mean?
to get away from
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what was on of the reason Darrell wanted to go home?
Tyray and his friends bullied him
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why did Darrell and his mom leave to C.A?
Darrell's uncle jason called and offered her a job in C.A paying twice what she makes
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for Darrell not to forget the money what did Tyray do in English class?
looked back at Darrell rubbing his money as if he had money and said Friday
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why did Darrell said he felt like a cat beging chased by a pack of wild dogs
while he jogging Tyray and Rodney were right next to hem
200
what dose Notorious mean?
famous or well known
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When was the last time Darrell saw uncle jason sons Nate and Travis
At Darrell father's funeral
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what was name of Darrell new school?
Bluford High
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That night Darrell thought what he was going to do about Tyray what did he do in his room?
push-ups
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how did the supermarket change from since he saw Amberlynn the first time
the lines were short and a short time to leave
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what dose screeching mean?
move rapidly with a loud sound
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Why didn't Darrell like uncle Jason?
because he is too louad, too pushy and thinks that Darrell need to be strong
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where would Tyray see Darrell?
walking down the street
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what happen after Darrell told Tyray that he doesn't have the money?
Tyray pulled out a knife and cut Darrell bag full of oranges and smashed them to jucie
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what came to Darrell head when he thought he had to get big and strong
what Mr.Dooling's word "Sport help you build strength and confidence
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what dose mockery mean?
to be made fun of
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What did old Mr.Corbitt and Mrs.Morton do in the neighborhood?
Mr.Corbitt always sat on his poach each day and waved at everyone and Mrs.Morton made sweet-potato pie for people in the neighborhood
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In English class who didn't let Darrell move to the front?
Tyray
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For Darrell to get hurt by Tyray what would Darrell need to bring?
$10 every day
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when Darrell saw Amberlynn what was going through his head?
he was scared to even say hi he thought it would be great to make a friend but he couldn't think of anything to say
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what dose instinctively mean?
natural tendency or impulse
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Who is the main character of the story?

Darrell Mercer.

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What feeling does the school setting create for Darrell?

It makes him feel nervous and unsafe.

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Why doesn’t Tyray need to hit Darrell to be effective?

Because his size, reputation, and threats are enough to scare him.

600

What does the novel suggest about doing the right thing?

It is often difficult but necessary.

600

 Word: Intimidate
Question: What does it mean when Tyray intimidates Darrell?

It means Tyray scares Darrell to control him.

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Why does Chapter 1 create tension right away?

Because Darrell feels unsafe early in the story.

700

How does the setting contribute to Darrell’s fear?

Tyray has easy access to him during the school day.

700

What does Tyray seem to enjoy about these interactions?

Having power and control over Darrell.

700

Why is Darrell’s choice important to the theme?

Because it shows that fear does not remove responsibility.

700

Word: Threaten
Question: How does Tyray threaten Darrell without fighting him?

By using words and body language to make Darrell afraid.

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What problem is clearly introduced in Chapter 1?

Darrell is being targeted by Tyray.

800

What kind of mood is created in the school during these chapters?

Tense and uncomfortable.

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What type of bullying does Tyray use most in Chapters 1–4?

Intimidation and threats rather than physical violence.

800

What important choice does Darrell face in the story?

Whether to stay silent or take action.

800

Nervous
Question: Why does Darrell feel nervous at Bluford High?

Because he wants to avoid trouble and fears Tyray.

900

What early signs suggest Tyray may become a bully?

His threats and desire to control others.

900

How do crowded school areas affect Darrell’s situation?

They make it harder for him to escape Tyray.

900

What does Tyray do or say that makes Darrell uncomfortable the first time they meet?

He speaks in a threatening way and invades Darrell’s personal space.

900

What does the story show about fear?

Fear can stop people from doing what is right.

900

Reputation
Question: How does Tyray’s reputation help him bully others?

People are already afraid of him because of what they have heard.

1000

What does Darrell’s reaction show about his personality?

He is cautious and avoids trouble.

1000

Why does the school setting make bullying harder to avoid?

Because Darrell must attend school every day.

1000

How is Tyray physically described when he is first introduced?

Tyray is described as very large and intimidating, which immediately makes others notice and fear him.

1000

What is one main theme of The Bully?

A main theme is that bullying continues when people are afraid to speak up.

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Authority
Question: Why does Tyray avoid authority figures?

Because adults could stop or punish him.