Compare and contrast the way that Joseph is treated by his teachers and peers vs. how Jack is treated by his teachers and peers at the beginning of the novel. Make sure that you specifically talk about Joseph AND Jack.
"Mr. Canton waited, but Joseph just zipped up his backpack and stood. 'Get to class, Jackson,' Mr. Canton said. 'Joseph, you come with me and I'll go over your schedule. You do have a schedule, you know.'"
This passage from pg. 15 of the novel shows (Select ALL that apply) -
In at least a one-paragraph response (at least 4-5 complete sentences), describe Joseph's relationship with his father in the novel, including the actions that led to Joseph's death.
Describe at least 2 steps Jack's parents take to show that they care for Joseph and really do want what is best for him.
Describe why Joseph's relationships with his teachers change as the novel progresses. What teachers show Joseph that they care about him during the course of the story?
In at least a one-paragraph response (at least 4-5 sentences), describe how Jack and Joseph's friendship changes over the course of the novel, leading up to Joseph's death in Chapter 8 of the novel. Make sure that your answer includes specific details to support your thinking.
In the story, why did Joseph run away to Brunswick?
Who is Mrs. Stroud?
Which of the following words best describes how Joseph acted when he first arrived to live with Jack's family?
Which quote from the text supports your answer to #9? Select ALL that apply -
The incident with Mr. Haskell on the school bus on the first day of school shows
Which of the following sets of character traits best describe Mr. Canton in the novel?
When Joseph ventures out onto the ice, Jack begins to panic. He says this word that he thinks will make Joseph stop and re-think his decision:
When Jack asks Joseph why he went out onto the ice, Joseph replies
Why do Joseph and Jack decide that they are going to walk to school instead of going on the bus?
Which of the following quotes from the story prove that Mr. Haskell is quick to judge Joseph for his past?
Throught the story, Jack and Joseph throw snowballs at Old First Congregational. Old First Congregational is a -
What is Stone Mountain?
Which of the following quotes from the story proves that Mrs. Stroud may be a little cautious of Jack's family becoming a foster family for Joseph? Select ALL that apply:
In the story, Jack is a static character, meaning that his personality and character traits do not change. Based on the events that occur in the novel, which of the following sets of character traits best describe Jack?
Which of the following scenes from the novel best proves that your response to #20 is correct? Select ALL that apply:
How does Coach Swieteck try to keep Joseph away from the other 8th grade boys who want to beat him up?
State the grade levels that both Jack and Joseph are in, respectively.
Both of Madeleine's parents are _________________; because of their jobs, they didn't have much time to spend with Madeleine during the week and hired a nanny to take care of her.
What did the letter for Joseph on the Christmas tree say?
When he first comes to Eastham Middle School, which academic subject does Joseph excel, or do really well, in?
"My father kicked out the fire. My mother held me. I said, 'Why can't he see Jupiter?' And they said I had to try to understand. Joseph was only fourteen. He couldn't be a father. Seeing Jupiter would only hurt him even more. And Jupiter might be upset, maybe even frightened. 'Suppose you're wrong?' I said. 'Suppose Jupiter wants to find Joseph.' My mother held me even closer. My father put his hand on my back."
The above excerpt from Chapter 4 proves that Jack's mom and dad (Select ALL that apply):
Describe what happened to Joseph when he was trying to escape from Stone Mountain.
The family meets with Mrs. Stroud and discusses the idea of fostering Joseph in what part of the plot peak diagram?
Jupiter is adopted by Jack's family in this part of the plot peak diagram:
Describe what Jack’s parents are doing with the checks they receive from the state for being Joseph’s foster parents. Then, describe how Joseph's dad reacts to this news.
Which of the following is a clue that Joseph has left to find Jupiter? Select ALL that apply -
Why did Joseph sign away his parental rights?
Why did Joseph's father go to the farm the first time?
"Joseph never talked about his family, but I met his father. Joseph wasn't home because he was at counseling. We were getting ready to milk, and I was cleaning the stalls in the Big Barn when suddenly he was right next to me, standing by the manure traps. As soon as I saw him, I knew he was Joseph's father. Same black eyes. 'Joe around?' he said. The cows looked over and their eyes got big and their tails swished and they started to hold their heads up and moo, which means they're pretty upset. Cows don't like strangers near the tie-up when they're about to be milked. Unless they're the right kind of strangers - like Joseph was."
What can you infer about Joseph's father based on the way that the cows behave around him?
The climax of the story occurs when
Joseph reveals his history and the truth about his relationship with Maddie and his past after the family did what activity together?
Where does Jack find Jupiter's foster mom?
"'Yes, he can love her,' she said. 'He can do that. But he can't love her just for himself. He has to love her for her, too. That means he has to learn to let her live the life that can come to her with a new home.'"
Describe what Jupiter's foster mom is meaning by her statement here. Why doesn't she think that Joseph would be a good father figure for Jupiter, despite the fact that he loves Jupiter and wants to be with her?
What does Jupiter's foster mom have to give to Joseph when she runs out of her house?
Describe one internal conflict that occurs in the novel.
Describe two external conflicts that occur in the novel.
In at least a one-paragraph response (at least 4-5 sentences), identify a dynamic character in the novel. How do they change from the beginning of the story to the end?
Describe at least one advantage of having Jack as a narrator in the story.
Describe at least one disadvantage of having Jack as a narrator in the story.
Select one of the following topics. Then, write a theme, or life lesson, from the novel that relates to that topic. Your choices are: judgement, acceptance, friendship.
Make sure you clearly tell me what topic you're picking!
Which of the following statements proves that Joseph is dedicated?
When Jack and Joseph are talking one night, Jack tells Joseph that he is there for him and that Joseph is not alone. Joseph replies by saying, " Jackie, I'm a whole lifetime ahead of you." What does he mean by this?
Jack helping Joseph fight off the other 8th grade boys shows that Jack
Joseph is suspended after he gets into the fight with the other 8th grade boys. Describe what he is able to do instead of making up his schoolwork when he returns to school after Christmas break.
Describe Joseph's reaction to the Christmas Eve service at the church - make sure that your response includes information about the angels!
On page 115 of the novel the text states, "When my father put his hand on Joseph's back, Joseph didn't even flinch." This quote from the book shows
When Jack's family goes to search for Joseph after he has left for Brunswick, they find their first clue as to where he is
Describe the significance of Jupiter calling Jack "Jackie."
Describe how Jack's father and Joseph are similar in regards to their parenting styles.
Describe how Joseph and his father are different in regards to their parenting styles.
Name that character - A member of the new First Congregational's clergy. Told Joseph that angels do exist. Angels are supposed to be with us when bad things happen, not to prevent bad things from happening. This person also speaks at Joseph's funeral.
Name that character - A minister in charge of a congregation works in a little Baptist Church, located in Lewiston. Found Joseph in the Teen Sunday School room. A minor character in the story.
Name that character - The daughter of Joseph Brook and Madeleine Joyce.
Name that character - Joseph's father; is not a good role model for Joseph and doesn't show that he cares about him.
Name that character - The narrator of the book. 12 year old son of Mr. Hurd and Mrs. Hurd. Has Joseph's back. Is Joseph's foster brother.
Name that character - An old horse that should be fed first because he doesn't like to be kept waiting
Name that character - The Math teacher at Eastham Middle School.
Name that character - The English teacher at Eastham Middle School.
Name 3 characters - Joseph's 8th grade bullies that beat him up in the gym locker room.
Name that place - The river that Jack and Joseph fall into; this is also the river that Joseph and his dad are pulled out of after Joseph's dad's truck falls into the water.