"Bad Boy" by Walter Dean Myers

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What does Walter value about books?

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Walter values books because they offer comfort and escape.

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What does Walter learn about being a boy?

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Walter learns that being a boy means he is supposed to do certain things and act a certain way, but sometimes that role is uncomfortable.

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How does Walter's perspective on his interests change after the gym incident?

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Walter decides to pursue another secret interest, despite his friends' disapproval.

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What does it mean if someone is 'disgusted' by a joke?

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If someone is disgusted by a joke, it means they find the joke unpleasant.

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What is the significance of the public library in Walter's life?

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The public library offers Walter a place to rediscover his love for reading during summer break.

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How does peer pressure affect Walter's interests?

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Peer pressure makes Walter feel he has to hide his interests in reading, writing, and dancing.

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What role do friends play in Walter's life?

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Walter has two categories of friends: those who play sports and those who do not, which influences his behavior.

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What does Walter's comfort with being a boy indicate about his identity?

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Walter's comfort indicates he is aware of societal expectations but struggles with them at times.

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How does Walter's love for reading conflict with his social life?

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Walter loves reading but feels he must hide it to fit in with his friends who prioritize sports.

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What does Walter's secret interest in dancing reveal about him?

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It reveals that Walter has diverse interests that he feels he cannot openly express.