Questions and Answers
Who testified about finding the dead body of Mr. Nesbitt?
What did Mr. Wendell Bolden testify about?
Why did Osvaldo Cruz participate in the robbery?
He was afraid of Bobo, King, and Steve.
Mr. Nesbitt's gun was registered in the year _____.
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Steve testifies about his feelings towards detention.
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What did Dr. Moody talk about in court?
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Match the following witnesses with their testimonies:
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Study Notes
July 6 - Testimonies and Flashbacks
- Jose Delgado and Sal Zinzi testify in a felony murder trial.
- Delgado discovered Mr. Nesbitt's dead body and noted five missing cigarette cartons.
- Delgado emphasizes his trustworthiness from past behavior.
- Zinzi discussed a robbery with Detective Gluch and mentioned being sexually assaulted, raising doubts about his reliability.
- Steve reflects on a film club lesson about leaving a good impression on the audience, relating it to impressing the jury.
- Flashbacks reveal Steve's childhood actions, including throwing a rock and witnessing his friend's beating, indicating a tendency to avoid responsibility.
July 7 - Continued Testimony
- Mr. Wendell Bolden testifies; he has a prior history with breaking and entering charges.
- He sought an information deal involving cigarettes with Bobo Evans to reduce his jail time.
- Steve expresses disdain for the detention center, encountering violence among inmates.
- Flashbacks show Steve's childhood desire to be a superhero and discussions with friends about financial struggles, pondering theft as a solution.
July 8 - More Witnesses
- Detective Karyl affirms he found the unresponsive body of Mr. Nesbitt.
- Osvaldo Cruz recounts participating in the robbery under threats from Bobo, indicating fear as his motive.
- Flashbacks depict concerns among Cruz, Freddy, and Steve about repercussions from the Diablos gang.
July 9 - Insights from Cruz
- Cruz shares his perspective on gang requirements and discusses the robbery events.
- A flashback reveals Steve's nervousness around women discussing a robbery, fearing unjust accusation.
- Another memory shows Steve being taken by detectives while his mother is absent, highlighting his vulnerability and fear of abandonment.
July 10 - Final Witnesses
- Allen Forbes discusses a gun registered to Mr. Nesbitt in 1989, found at the crime scene.
- Detective Williams describes the open cash register with missing bills and scattered cigarette cartons.
- Dr. Moody explains the bullet's path causing internal injuries, reaffirming all witness testimonies as factual accounts from the crime scene.
- Steve reflects on his feelings of loathing regarding his cleaning duties in detention, emphasizing his aversion to the environment.
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This set of flashcards covers key testimonies and events from the book 'Monster' by Walter Dean Myers. It includes important details about characters such as Jose Delgado and Sal Zinzi, and highlights critical moments from the trial experienced by the protagonist, Steve Harmon. Perfect for reviewing the novel's themes and character dynamics.
