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.
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?
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.
In the story, why did Joseph run away to Brunswick?
Who is Mrs. Stroud? What role does she play in the story?
Which of the following words best describes how Joseph acted when he first arrived to live with Jack's family?
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
Joseph excels in what academic subject?
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:
Why did Joseph sign away his parental rights?
Why did Joseph's father go to the farm the first time?
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?
What does Jupiter's foster mom have to give to Joseph when she runs out of her house?
Describe at least 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?
Identify one static character in the novel and explain how they stay the same throughout the story.
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 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."
In your opinion, are the major conflicts/problems fixed at the end of the novel? Why or why not?
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.