Chapter 1
The main character and narrator of the story.
Who is Ali?
He is Ali's boxing coach.
Who is Mr. Malloy?
Noodles has a crush on her.
Who is Tasha?
He interrupts the argument between Ali and Noodles.
Who is John?
This is what Ali does to relax.
What is boxes in the shower?
Doris does this for a living.
What is a social worker?
This is the color of yarn Doris gives Needles.
What is purple?
He's famous for his neighborhood parties.
Who is MoMo?
This is what John wants from Ali in exchange for helping the boys.
What is two texts, one when he arrives at the party and one when he gets home?
This is the reason music from the party can't be heard on the street.
What is MoMo had the basement soundproofed?
Doris teaches Needles this to help him control his tics.
What is knitting?
He owns the barbershop.
Who is Brother?
This is what Ali and Noodles must do in order to attend the party.
What is bring Needles?
This is what John has in the trunk of his car.
What is three suitcases filled with clothes?
The reason that Noodles' and Needles' father left.
What is Needles was diagnosed with Tourette syndrome?
This is Jazz's favorite hobby.
What is scrapbooking?
This business is also run out of the barbershop.
What is a pet store?
The first thing the boys must do in preparation for the party.
What is get their hair cut?
Jazz has a crush on him.
Who is Joe Malloy?
The number of guys Ali fights at the party.
What is four?
Roland is his real name.
Who is Noodles?
Noodles steals black yarn from this store.
What is Knit Wit?
Doris calls him a "jackass of all trades, and a master of none."
Who is Black?
He is the local drug dealer.
Who is Dog?
Who is Candace?