Ch. 6
How does Shirley feel on the way home after the last day of school?
lonely at first, but then inspired to read and do whatever she wants
Who was Jackie Robinson?
the first black man to play on an all white major league baseball team - the Brooklyn Dodgers
What is the wonderful gift that Father bought Shirley?
A bed fit fir an emporor
Why do you think Shirley says such strange words when the class says the Pledge of Allegiance?
She did not understand the language
What is "Dodger fever"?
Shirley loves listening to the Dodgers on the radio and she is constantly doing it.
What is the one thing Father does not allow Shirley to do?
paint
Why is shirley being called the "teacher's dog"?
Shirley is a good student and listens to the teacher. She also has very good grades.
Why do you think that Shirley has not written to Fourth Cousin in China in such a long time?
She has been very busy. Shirley has also been having trouble with her Chinese and writing Mandarin.
What happens when Shirley goes down to change the fuses?
How does Mrs. Rappaport compare the game of baseball to living in the United States?
Those that "step up to the plate" are given the chance to take the opportunity and hit a "home run" in the game of life.
Why does Shirley feel it is important for Señora Rodriguez to go visit Nonnie?
Shirley sympathizes with Senora and also misses home and her family still in China.
What two things resulted from cleaning out the basement?
1) Shirley was handy
2) Shirley's father invented things to give to other tenants