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1. What did the boys see in the dumpster on their way home from school?

They saw an old man balancing on the edge of the dumpster.

2. How did the boys react when they saw the old man?

Two of the boys taunted him, and the third boy remained silent.

3. How did the old man react to the boys?

He ignored them at first then turned around and waved to them.

4. What does the shift from third person to first person at the end of the first chapter signify?

It signifies a twist in the story as the boy admits that he was the third boy and the man's grandson.

5. What did Jake think about his name?

He loved it. His grandfather gave it to him, and it's a good name.

6. What was Jake's mom like when he was a baby?

She was independent and tried to take care of him on her own, but she couldn't keep up with his needs.

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