Fighter by Walter Dean Myers, Part 1[8B]

Front

Who is Billy Giles?

Back

Billy Giles is a boxer.

Front

What does Billy lie about to his wife?

Back

Billy lies to his wife about going to the gym.

Front

What significant life event has Billy recently experienced?

Back

Billy has a newborn child.

Front

Why is Billy nervous around his wife?

Back

Billy is nervous because his wife does not want him to be a boxer.

Front

Who is Manny in relation to Billy?

Back

Manny is another boxer competing against Billy.

Front

What is the main conflict in Billy's life?

Back

The main conflict is between his desire to be a boxer and his wife's disapproval.

Front

What does the term 'boxer' refer to?

Back

A boxer is an athlete who competes in the sport of boxing.

Front

What emotions does Billy experience regarding his boxing career?

Back

Billy experiences nervousness and conflict due to his wife's concerns.

Front

What is the setting of the story?

Back

The story is set in a contemporary urban environment where boxing is a prominent sport.

Front

How does Billy's relationship with his wife affect his decisions?

Back

Billy's relationship with his wife influences his choices about pursuing boxing.