During the drive to Illinois with his dad, Frankie feels like he has been "kidnapped" by his dad. Give three reasons that explain why he feels this way. Use evidence from the novel to support your answer. (Think about Frankie Joe's thoughts, actions, words)
Question 10
10.
As Frankie Joe puts his bike into his dad's van, his dad asks what happened to the birthday money he sent for a new bike. Frankie Joe says, "You sent money for my birthday...this year?" Describe what this statement revelas about Frankie Joe's mom and why his dad seemed angered when he heard this.
What seems to be unusual about Frankie Joe's friends?
They don't really seem to like him. Sometimes they even make fun of him.
Most of them are much younger than him.
They don't have anything in common.
They are a lot older than him.
Where does Frankie Joe live?
A small house next to an alley in Laredo, Texas.
A trailor park in Laredo, Texas.
The third floor of an apartment complex in Laredo, Texas.
A homeless shelter in Laredo, Texas.
Match the character to the memento each gave Frankie.
Mr. O'Hare
His favorite book, "Kidnapped".
Mr. Lopez
A book about rock collecting.
Mrs. Jones
A paint strip of unique colors.
How does Frankie feel about visiting his dad and leaving friends?
Nervous and Sad
Excited and Happy
Angry and Annoyed
Excited but wants to take his friends.
Frankie is surprised to learn...
his dad remarried and has 4 other sons in Illinois and he will have to go to school with them.
his dad isn't going to make him go to school since he is only staying with him a short time.
his dad doesn't look anything at all like him.
his dad is not happy about having to take care of Frankie Joe while his mother is gone.
How long will Frankie Joe be staying with his dad in Illinois?
10 weeks
a couple months
a couple years
10 months
Which of the following would Frankie Joe most likely enjoy?
exploring
learning new things in science class at school
reading
hanging out with kids from school
Which detail explains why Frankie Joe will be living with his dad until July?
Frankie Joe's mom and dad were never married when he was born.
His mom is in jail.
Frankie Joe's dad said he tried to keep in contact with him, but he just got busy.
Frankie's grandmother is very sick in Illinois. His mom needs to stay with her until she is better.
His mom is in the hsopital and can't take care of Frankie Joe.