5 Questions
What is the main focus of the novel Orbiting Jupiter?
The fostering of a teenage father by a Maine family
What led Joseph to spend a month incarcerated at Stone Mountain?
Attempting to kill his teacher while high on pills
What is the name of the caseworker who informs the family about Joseph's background?
Mrs. Stroud
Why does Joseph refuse to take the school bus?
The bus driver hassles him for having a child at a young age
What becomes a daily ritual for Joseph and Jack despite the frigid winter?
Walking to school
Study Notes
Novel Overview
- The novel Orbiting Jupiter focuses on the story of Joseph, a teenage boy who becomes part of a foster family.
Joseph's Past
- Joseph spends a month incarcerated at Stone Mountain due to his troubled past.
Caseworker
- The caseworker, Mrs. Strunk, informs the family about Joseph's background.
Joseph's Choices
- Joseph refuses to take the school bus, showing his independence and willingness to take control of his life.
Daily Rituals
- A daily ritual for Joseph and Jack is to walk to school together, despite the harsh winter weather, symbolizing their growing bond.
Test your knowledge of the young adult fiction novel "Orbiting Jupiter" by Gary D. Schmidt with this quiz. Delve into the story of a Maine family fostering a teenage father and explore the themes and characters in this compelling novel.
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