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What does Moose Flanagan say Alcatraz is?
What does Moose Flanagan say Alcatraz is?
a twelve-acre cement-covered rock
Moose's dad agrees to show him around the island on his first day.
Moose's dad agrees to show him around the island on his first day.
False
Who shows Moose and Natalie around the island in Chapter 3?
Who shows Moose and Natalie around the island in Chapter 3?
Theresa
Where does Natalie go when she leaves Alcatraz?
Where does Natalie go when she leaves Alcatraz?
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What happened when Moose and his family returned from taking Natalie to school?
What happened when Moose and his family returned from taking Natalie to school?
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What is Moose's initial feeling about his first day at school?
What is Moose's initial feeling about his first day at school?
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What sport does Moose play in Chapter 8?
What sport does Moose play in Chapter 8?
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Mrs. Caconi informs Moose that his sister is having a good time at school.
Mrs. Caconi informs Moose that his sister is having a good time at school.
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What does Moose think about while on the boat heading to pick up Natalie?
What does Moose think about while on the boat heading to pick up Natalie?
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What does Moose feel when he sees Piper in the morning before school?
What does Moose feel when he sees Piper in the morning before school?
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What does Moose want to change about baseball?
What does Moose want to change about baseball?
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How does Moose's mom react to the news from Natalie's school?
How does Moose's mom react to the news from Natalie's school?
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What does Moose realize he wore on Monday that affects his mood?
What does Moose realize he wore on Monday that affects his mood?
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Moose can still play baseball on Tuesdays after the piano lesson change.
Moose can still play baseball on Tuesdays after the piano lesson change.
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What does Scout talk to Moose about the next morning at school?
What does Scout talk to Moose about the next morning at school?
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Study Notes
Al Capone Does My Shirts Chapters 1-19 Summary
- Moose Flanagan relocates to Alcatraz, describing it as a twelve-acre cement-covered rock. His sister Natalie attends a special school.
- Moose asks his father for a tour of Alcatraz, including the cells, but is met with refusal, highlighting a strained relationship due to his dad's long absence.
- A girl named Theresa introduces Moose and Natalie to the island, providing Moose with a helpful map.
- Natalie is taken to San Francisco for her schooling, indicating a pivotal moment for the family as they balance their responsibilities.
- After returning from taking Natalie to school, Moose finds a note from the warden requesting a meeting, suggesting an important upcoming development.
- Moose walks to the warden's house, noting the eerie silence of the cell house, which creates a sense of foreboding.
- As Moose begins his first day at a school off the island, he feels anxious about the new environment he must navigate.
- Moose plays baseball, struggling with hitting but performing well in the field, revealing his mixed abilities in sports.
- After school, Theresa waits for Moose, while his mother is preoccupied, leaving a note about her hair appointment.
- Moose receives concerning news from the principal about Natalie's difficulties at school, underscoring the family's ongoing challenges.
- Moose accompanies his mother to pick up Natalie after receiving troubling news, reflecting on their family's efforts to help her over the years.
- With Natalie back home, life returns to normal, but conflicts arise as Moose's interaction with Piper hints at complicating friendships.
- Moose finds Piper trying to sneak clothes into their family's laundry, creating a comedic yet awkward moment in their friendship.
- Tensions rise when Moose's mother plans a baseball day, which Moose wants to change in order to participate, showing his determination.
- Moose observes his mother's stress as she prepares to leave, sensing emotional turmoil within the family.
- Moose wears a convict-washed shirt unintentionally, highlighting his frustration and discontent with the situation at home.
- A dinner conflict arises when the family's piano lesson schedule disrupts Moose's baseball plans on Tuesdays, leading to further frustrations.
- Moose hesitates to share his baseball schedule challenges with Scout, which shows the pressure he feels regarding friendships and expectations.
- Piper brings up Moose's baseball skills, hinting at the high expectations from peers, and mentions the laundry service's profits, suggesting a potential business subplot.
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Description
This quiz covers summaries from Chapters 1 to 40 of the novel 'Al Capone Does My Shirts'. It highlights key events and character developments, focusing on Moose Flanagan's experiences after moving to Alcatraz. Perfect for testing your knowledge of the book's main themes and plot points.
