2. What is the first line in the song that Jamel recites?
(a) How come she went so fastd?
(b) True innocence.
(c) Meanings of death be unknown.
(d) Why do the precious go?

3. Who handles decisions about Sabrina's medical care?
(a) Michelle and Star.
(b) Elaine and Michelle.
(c) The hospital.
(d) Star and Thomas.

4. How much did Elaine bring home from her job every two weeks before her demotion in Chapter 37?
(a) $860.
(b) $780.
(c) $332.
(d) $577.

5. Whose rap name is Littles?
(a) Nasir Jones.
(b) Jamel.
(c) Alfredo Bryan.
(d) Chico Reynolds.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is Deon?

2. What is the name of Jamel's son?

3. Who is Yvonne Stennet?

4. What is responsible for Elaine's urgency to get out of their neighborhood in Chapter 40?

5. What kind of cigarette is Elaine smoking in Chapter 30?

Short Essay Questions

1. Explain "cuff therapy."

2. When Elaine realizes that a family member stole money from her, she does nothing. Why is that?

3. Why does Elaine call 911 in Chapter 32?

4. What does Jamel provide to Elaine in Chapter 38 that no one else thinks to do?

5. Where does Elaine find herself on the third anniversary of her release from prison?

6. Part of the reason that Elaine is so broke all the time is because of relatives asking her for money all the time. Why is she giving money away that she needs?

7. What is Jamel's ambition in Part 4, and how has he prepared for it?

8. Why is Jamel upset with his new parole officer in Chapter 36?

9. Why is Elaine frantic about finding a new apartment?

10. What does Elaine do to prepare for her Thanksgiving celebration?

(see the answer keys)

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