Breathing Underwater Flashcards
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Who is the author of Breathing Underwater?

Alex Flinn

Who is the protagonist of Breathing Underwater?

Nick Andreas

What issues are present between Nick and his father?

Nick is physically abused by his father.

Who does Nick confide in about his father?

<p>Caitlin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was Nick's poem about?

<p>Tom</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Nick's best friend?

<p>Tom</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Caitlin's best friend?

<p>Elsa</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting of the novel?

<p>Miami, Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the anger management teacher?

<p>Mario</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is happening at the start of the novel?

<p>Nick is in court for abuse charges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Nick attack the guy at Zach's party?

<p>He touched Caitlin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Nick show the dolphins to Caitlin?

<p>So she will forgive him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Miss Higgins do to help Nick with his situation at home?

<p>She writes a letter to his father to let him know that she understands what is happening at home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Whose treatment of women makes Nick question his own behavior?

<p>Leo</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Caitlin at the end of the novel?

<p>She moves in with her dad and changes schools.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who first begins to notice Nick's behavior toward Caitlin?

<p>Tom</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is Mr. Andreas proud of Nick?

<p>He finds out Nick has slept with Caitlin.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mario teach anger management?

<p>He pushed his pregnant wife from a car causing her to lose their baby.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Nick verbally abuse Caitlin?

<p>He tells her she is fat, can't sing, is unlovable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What controlling behavior has Nick shown toward Caitlin?

<p>He tells her what to wear and what not to wear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Nick justify slapping Caitlin?

<p>He says she was going to grab the steering wheel while he was driving.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Nick want Caitlin to be in the spotlight?

<p>He doesn't want other guys looking at her.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What gift does Nick place in Caitlin's locker?

<p>White roses</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who punches Nick as he leaves English class?

<p>Saint</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Nick find out about Caitlin and Saint?

<p>He sees them at the gas station.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What three things is Nick court-ordered to do?

<p>Stay away from Caitlin, keep a journal about what happened, take anger management class.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the title of the novel mean?

<p>Nick is tired of feeling out of control and wants to change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What eventually happens to Leo and Neysa?

<p>Leo murders Neysa and then kills himself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who punches Nick when he punches Caitlin in the parking lot?

<p>Tom</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Caitlin date after breaking up with Nick?

<p>Saint</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Nick go when he needs to get away from his father?

<p>Tom's house.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Nick open up to Mario?

<p>He asks Mario to read his journal.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What makes Tom finally talk to Nick again?

<p>He reads the poem Nick wrote about him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Nick try to get Tom to forgive him?

<p>By showing him pictures of better times together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Nick's car?

<p>His father sold it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Caitlin react to Nick fighting at Zach's party?

<p>She is impressed that he was protecting her and said he was her 'knight in shining armor'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Nick's new friend from anger management?

<p>Leo</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the breaking point for Nick?

<p>Caitlin lying to him about the talent show.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens between Nick and Tom in the end of the novel?

<p>They forgive one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Nick tell his father in the end of the novel?

<p>That he will never allow his father to hit him again.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author and Setting

  • Breathing Underwater by Alex Flinn is set in Miami, Florida.

Main Characters

  • Nick Andreas is the protagonist, who struggles with issues stemming from abuse.
  • Caitlin is the one person Nick confides in regarding his abusive father.
  • Tom, Nick's best friend, is supportive yet critical of Nick's actions.
  • Elsa is Caitlin's best friend.
  • Mario, the anger management teacher, has a troubled past related to his own violent behavior.

Key Plot Points

  • The novel opens with Nick facing court due to abuse charges.
  • Nick attacks another character at a party for disrespecting Caitlin.
  • Caitlin moves in with her father at the end of the story, symbolizing change.

Issues Between Nick and His Father

  • Nick faces physical abuse from his father, which impacts his behavior and relationships.
  • Nick's treatment of Caitlin reflects his own experiences with control and violence.

Character Relationships

  • Nick shows possessive behaviors toward Caitlin, including telling her what to wear and verbally abusing her.
  • Saint becomes a rival when Caitlin starts dating him after her breakup with Nick.
  • After conflict, Tom punches Nick for slapping Caitlin, demonstrating their fractured friendship.

Arrest and Consequences

  • Nick is court-ordered to write a journal, attend anger management classes, and stay away from Caitlin.
  • His inability to control his anger leads to various conflicts, pushing his friendships to the breaking point.

Character Development

  • Through therapy with Mario and writing, Nick begins to confront his actions and re-evaluate his relationship with Caitlin.
  • The title, Breathing Underwater, signifies Nick’s struggles with control and his desire for change.

Significant Events

  • Caitlin reacts positively to Nick's defense of her at a party, illustrating her complex feelings towards him.
  • Nick's gesture of placing white roses in Caitlin's locker demonstrates attempts at regaining her affection.

Final Outcomes

  • Nick's realization and confrontation with his father indicate a turning point in his growth.
  • The conclusion sees Nick and Tom reconciling, highlighting themes of forgiveness and understanding.

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Test your knowledge of Alex Flinn's novel 'Breathing Underwater' with these flashcards. Explore key characters, themes, and crucial relationships in the story. Perfect for those studying literature or preparing for discussions on this impactful book.

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