What embarassing thing happened on San's first day of school?
San's desk/chair leg broke, which caused him to fall down, BUT this made him notice Woody, and just about fall head over heels for her.
100
"Don't lie to the people you love" is a theme of this novel. Give an example from the text that supports this theme.
Possible Answer: Mom gets very angry when San lies about telling her where he was on a Wednesday evening.
100
Who is the object of San's affection?
Woody.
100
What does Mr Dowd Look Like?
He looks like an Muscular version of Santa Claus.
200
Why does Peter not like San
Because San is befriending/dating his (Step) Sister.
200
What did San's dad do when San argued with him about moving?
San's Dad Punched him, giving him a black eye.
200
Define theme
The lesson or message the author wants the reader to learn about life
200
Which of San's relationships has the most negative impact on his life? Give a piece of evidence to justify your answer.
No wrong answer if you justify with evidence.
200
What does Mildred look like?
Old, aging,sagging, white hair, and the like.
300
Which character could we consider a "good" antagonist?
Woody
300
Why did San's Dad go to Jail?
He was found guilty of stealing money from people in other states.
300
Give a theme from the novel that doesn't involve lying
Don't try and be someone you are not
300
Describe why San's relationship with Mildred is important to the story. What does she do for him?
She helps him at the library and gives him advice about how to get his life back on track.
300
Describe San's apartment
Old, ugly colors, not a nice place to live
400
List two physical character traits that San has.
*Anything describing the way San looks is an acceptable answer.
400
Name one event that happened during the rising action of the story.
Anthing that happened before the climax is acceptable
400
What does the theme "life is suffering" mean?
There is a lot of pain in life...especially if you live it to the fullest
400
What event makes San think Peter hates Woody?
Peter told Woody's parents that she and San were dating so that they couldn't be alone together anymore.
400
Give two details about Woody's physical traits.
Girl, 8th grader, gray eyes, brown hair, beautiful
500
What are two personality traits that dad displays?
Greedy and dishonest
500
What was the climax of the story?
The moment when Woody discovered the truth about San.
500
Explain how changing a theme can impact the plot of a story.
If you change the lesson the story is supposed to teach it will change what happens with the characters. The characters have to be involved in events that help teach the lesson.
500
Which character in the story do you think forced San to change the most? Give evidence to support your conclusion.
No incorrect answer if evidence is provided
500
Describe what Woody's outfit looks like on the first day of school.