Hoot (novel) | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. Describe the physical appearance of the "strange running boy" that Roy sees, in Chapter 1.

In Chapter 1, Roy notices a strange "running boy" with straw-blond hair and nut-brown skin. His expression is serious, and he is wearing a faded Miami Heat basketball jersey, dirty khaki shorts, and no shoes.

2. What is Garrett famous for at Trace Middle?

Garrett is famous for being a goof ball and making fart jokes. His most famous trick was farting out the first line of the Pledge of Allegiance during home room.

3. What type of vandalism has occurred at the empty building lot, in Chapter 1?

In Chapter 1, Officer Delinko investigates some vandalism at an empty building lot. Someone had pulled up all of the survey stakes and then filled the holes, causing delays in the construction.

4. How does Roy describe Montana,...
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