2. For what reason does Rafe say that it is a bad idea for Grace to keep Peach a secret from Joaquin and Maya?
(a) Because it will eat her up inside.
(b) Because lying requires a really good memory.
(c) Because secrets always get out.
(d) Because then her siblings will never be able to get that close to her.

3. Maya reflects on how her mother had looked while entering rehab, saying that she had looked like a what?
(a) A frightened child.
(b) A wily mongoose.
(c) An exhausted mule.
(d) A wild animal.

4. Before Joaquin and Adam part, Joaquin tells Adam that the two of them will have major problems if what event happens?
(a) If Adam does not tell Max about the day's events.
(b) If he sees Adam again.
(c) If Adam does not immediately apologize to Grace.
(d) If Adam says another word to Grace.

5. What items does Joaquin tell Ana that Birdie has, while he does not, making them wrong for one another?
(a) A past.
(b) A mom.
(c) A birth certificate.
(d) Baby pictures.

Short Answer Questions

1. On the night Maya's parents tell her about Grace, she says that it has been how long since her parents have been home together and not "at each other's throats" (23)?

2. What reason is given for Joaquin's long delay in writing back to Maya after she contacts him for the first time?

3. What item does Maya realize is the only object she has left of Claire, only after consuming it?

4. What event does Maya say she had forgotten about due to the horrors of finding her mother bleeding on the floor?

5. What name does Adam call Grace that causes Joaquin to fly into a rage?

(see the answer key)

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