All of the Above

What does Sharice propose to the group? Why?

A Christmas Party because she had Christmas songs stuck in her head from being at the mall.

Why does Rhondell compare James to? Why?

A jumpy bird, because he's acting very nervous and he can't sit still.

What does Sharice compare the math club to? Why?

A little family, because she feels like they're always together and working like a family should. Also, Sharice never had a real family of her own.

Why did Mr. Collins want to be a math teacher?

After the death of his brother, math was the one thing that always made sense and always had an answer, whereas life did not.

Why is James staying later and later each day?

Because DJ is acting rude and he enjoys being president.

Why was James so hesitant to go into the Christmas party?

He says that the things they were doing 'weren't him' and he was very uncomfortable with the music and setting.

What does Mr Collins tell the students about his older brother? What was his name?

His brother was named Jerry and was one of the soldiers in Vietnam. He died at the age of 19.

Why does Rhondell pick the word "metamorphosis" for James? Do you think he is really changing? Why or why not?

Instead of sotting in the corner doodling, he is beginning to involve himself in the project. I think he is really changing because of thus and he has had a small change in attitude towards the project.

Why does James have a bad feeling about Markese? Do you think he should? Why or why not?

James should be worried about Markese because he has been asking a lot of suspicious questions about the project. Markese is also known to be very unpredictable.

Why is January a bad month for Willy Q and Marcel? How do they keep from going crazy?

Nobody eats BBQ in January. They try to make a "Snow in January Sauce."

What does Rhondell notice about Sharice when they return from Christmas vacation?

She is quiet, withdrawn, defensive, jumpy, tired and weary-looking, forgetful, has unkempt hair, and she goes quiet when her family is mentioned.

What does Sharice do once the math club leaves the room each night? Why?

She stays later because she has nowhere to go after school until her foster mom gets home.

What does Rhondell think about being quiet?

She thinks that if you're quiet, you notice things others don't and you don't get involved in unwanted conflict.

Why did Sharice say she hated the yellow (one of her unlucky colors) flowers?

She thought the flowers must have known Gram was gone and they just let her go ahead and buy them anyway.

What happened to Sharice's mom? Who or what did she blame? Why?

She went out with two friends. While driving, the car spun out of control and hit a pole. All three were killed. Sharice always blamed the blue (one of her unlucky colors) sports car because it was easier than hating a person for it.

How does Willy Q react to Marcel's question about the food? Why was Marcel surprised?

Willy Q hesitates at first, but ends up giving them the food. Marcel is surprised because he didn't think Willy Q was willing to do it.