4. What is the name of Davey's high school?
(a) Santa Fe High School.
(b) New Mexico High School.
(c) Los Alamos High School.
(d) W. Ortiz High School.

5. When Davey asks her mother how long they will remain in New Mexico, when does she hope they will be home by?
(a) Valentine's Day.
(b) Christmas.
(c) New Year's Day.
(d) Thanksgiving.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who was Davey with when her dad was shot?

2. Where does Hugh invite Davey?

3. What name is Davey called in jest by another character?

4. What was Jason wearing during his father's death?

5. Which classmate encourages Davey to join many clubs?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Davey alienate Jason?

2. Why does Davey lie to Jane about the way her father died?

3. There is comic relief in Chapter 24 when Jason makes a joke about the reason he gets out of bed in the morning. Why is this scene significant in the story?

4. In Davey's mind, what is the cause of hate?

5. What makes Davey uncomfortable in Los Alamos?

6. What triggers Davey's memories of her father when she has first arrived in New Mexico?

7. Describe how Davey shows her loss of connection with others.

8. Describe Walter's character.

9. In what ways are Bitsy and Walter very cautious?

10. How does Davey indicate that she is a dreamer?

(see the answer keys)

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