1. Explain what Ally had done to cause Mrs. Silver to say she had "crossed the line."

2. Explain the importance of what Travis bought Ally at the pawn shop.

3. Explain the significance of what Ally did just before the holiday choral concert. 

4.Explain why Albert wore a shirt that said "Flint." 

5. When Mr. Daniels said that Ally thought "out of the box," what had she done?

6. Explain what Ally was tasked to do by Mr. Daniels if she wanted to be excused from homework. 

7. Explain a few things Albert told Keisha and Ally about his family and home while they were at his house. 

8. Explain why Shay thought the elections for class president wasn't really fair. 

9. Explain the nickname Albert had for Ally before he got to know her. 

10. Explain what had to happen before Albert would stand up to the bullies who were abusing him.