10 questions on plot, characters, and themes. Free to take, so you can see exactly what to review before class.
1. Why does Melinda's entire social circle abandon her before ninth grade even begins?
2. What does Melinda's tree project represent throughout the school year?
3. How does Melinda's home life contribute to her isolation?
4. What happens when Melinda tries to warn Rachel about Andy Evans?
5. What is the turning point that causes Andy Evans' reputation to collapse?
6. How does Melinda's relationship with Mr. Freeman differ from her relationships with other adults?
7. What does Melinda's silence represent in the novel?
8. Why does Andy Evans operate freely at school despite his crimes?
9. What role does Ivy play in Melinda's year at school?
10. How does the ending of the novel suggest Melinda's path forward?
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