Review Questions for Chapters 17 & 18

Front

What major event does the news report at the beginning of Chapter 17?

Back

The news reports on Manny's shooting.

Front

How does Jus feel about the media coverage of Manny’s death?

Back

Jus feels frustrated and hurt by the media portrayal.

Front

What does the news reveal about Officer Castillo’s actions?

Back

The news discusses Officer Castillo's involvement in the shooting.

Front

What is the reaction of the public to Manny’s shooting?

Back

The public is outraged and demands justice.

Front

What role does the phrase 'he had his music loud' play in the news reports?

Back

It is used to justify the shooting.

Front

How does Jus’s mother react to the media portrayal of her son and Manny?

Back

She is upset and feels it misrepresents them.

Front

What does SJ do to support Jus in Chapter 17?

Back

SJ offers emotional support and encouragement.

Front

Why does Jus feel isolated from his classmates at Braselton Prep?

Back

He feels misunderstood and different from them.

Front

How does the police statement about Manny's shooting contradict Jus’s experience?

Back

The police statement claims Manny posed a threat, which Jus disputes.

Front

What internal conflict does Jus struggle with in these chapters?

Back

Jus struggles with anger and feelings of helplessness.