Understanding Ghosts and Life Lessons

Lanisha shares her experiences of seeing ghosts since childhood, including those of her peers like Jermaine, who died young. She reflects on the challenges faced by her friend Deshaun, who is often bullied. Despite the teasing she endures, Lanisha finds solace in her school environment and the support of her teachers. She learns about fortitude, a concept that resonates with her personal journey.

What ability does Lanisha have since she was a baby?

• She can read minds.

• She can fly.

• She can talk to animals.

• She can see ghosts.

How does Lanisha describe the ghosts she sees?

• As angry and vengeful.

• As lost and confused.

• As frightening and aggressive.

• As happy and cheerful.

What event led to Jermaine becoming a ghost?

• He was in a car accident.

• He fell from a building.

• He was killed in a drive-by shooting.

• He drowned in a swamp.

How does Lanisha cope with the teasing at school?

• She fights back.

• She ignores it and sometimes hides.

• She leaves school.

• She tells the teacher.

What physical characteristic did Ta'Shaun have at birth?

• He had a birthmark on his face.

• He had extra fingers.

• He had blue eyes.

• He had a tail.

Why does Ta'Shaun keep quiet at school?

• He is afraid of the teachers.

• He doesn't understand the lessons.

• He is planning something secret.

• He is shy and doesn't want to be noticed.

What does Mama Yaya believe about the universe?

• It is indifferent to human life.

• It is unpredictable and chaotic.

• It is full of bad signs.

• It shines down love and has more good signs than bad.

What is the significance of the word 'fortitude' for Lanisha?

• It signifies anger.

• It means happiness.

• It symbolizes strength and endurance.

• It represents fear.

What does Miss Perry's yellow attire symbolize?

• Happiness

• Sadness

• Peace

• Anger

How does Lanisha feel about her new middle school?

• She feels indifferent.

• She feels uncomfortable.

• She feels scared.

• She feels good and welcomed.