One Crazy Summer: Golden Gate Bridge

Why was this chapter called, Golden Gate Bridge?

• just as seen in books, once Delphine saw it, she knew they were actually in California

• the flight attendant made it clear that the bridge was the most important structure in California

• Big Ma told them to look for it

• that is where the plane landed near

Delphine spoke about herself. What two things made people think she was older than she really was?

• She was taller than other kids and she wore clothes for older people.

• She was tall and behaved like a mature young lady.

• She was bossy and silent.

• She showed her stern face and allowed no excuses.

There were 3 seats, who sat in the middle and why?

• Vonetta, she was afraid to sit by the window

• Fern, she needed to be near both of her sisters

• Delpine, she needed to keep the others separate to keep them under control

• Big Ma, she decided to come along because she was worried

Who is actually Cassius Clay?

• Pa

• Big Ma's brother

• Muhammad Ali

• the clouds

Who ended up getting scolded on the plane? Why?

• Vonetta-she yelled out

• Delphine-she went to the bathroom

• Fern-crying & lost Miss Patty Cake

• Delphine-out of her seat and the girls screamed

How did the others on the plane feel after the outburst?

• annoyed; moved their seat

• laughed; it was funny

• angry; complained to flight attendant

• annoyed; made muffled sounds and turned their heads

Where did the girls land?

• San Francisco

• Oakland

• Los Angeles

• Hollywood

How would Big Ma have felt about their behavior on the plane? Why?

• upset; the girls must show how respectful they are in front of people who don't look like them

• happy; the girls are just cute, no one could be angry with them

• sad; knowing that the girls were raised without their mother

How does Pa deal with Big Ma and her judgement?

• Pa respects Big Ma, but does ignore her negative comments out of respect.

• Pa respects Big Ma, but does have to yell at her sometimes.

• Pa respects Big Ma, but he does not talk to her at anyway.

• Pa respects Big Ma, but does not understand her and argues with her often.

How did Fern and Vonetta respond as the plane "descended"?

• they clapped; happy it was almost over

• cried; out of extreme fear

• grabbed onto Delphine; out of fear

• closed their eyes and made a wish; enjoying the adventure