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What is Kendra's disappointment?
What is Kendra's disappointment?
The little thing that is always there and that only Vince can notice.
What is Vince trying to tear down because they are all over the school?
What is Vince trying to tear down because they are all over the school?
Posters reading: Vote Vince and Kendra for Royal Couple.
Who presses a 'gun' against Vince's spine?
Who presses a 'gun' against Vince's spine?
Jimmy Rat.
Where did Jimmy Rat put the money he owed Vince?
Where did Jimmy Rat put the money he owed Vince?
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Who does Vince call to explain why he is not in school that afternoon?
Who does Vince call to explain why he is not in school that afternoon?
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Why is Vince angry at Jimmy and Ed Mishkin?
Why is Vince angry at Jimmy and Ed Mishkin?
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When does Vince feel his mother has control over her sons and husband's lives?
When does Vince feel his mother has control over her sons and husband's lives?
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What does Vince give his father right after he came home?
What does Vince give his father right after he came home?
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What comparison does Tommy use to describe how Ed and Jimmy Rat are treating Vince?
What comparison does Tommy use to describe how Ed and Jimmy Rat are treating Vince?
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Is Alex truly happy to go to the movies and hang out with Vince and Kendra?
Is Alex truly happy to go to the movies and hang out with Vince and Kendra?
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What comes pouring out of Vince at one point?
What comes pouring out of Vince at one point?
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What is Kendra's reaction when she sees Vince as they both come out of the bathroom?
What is Kendra's reaction when she sees Vince as they both come out of the bathroom?
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Why can't Kendra go to Vince's home?
Why can't Kendra go to Vince's home?
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Study Notes
Disappointment and Relationships
- Kendra expresses disappointment, which Vince uniquely understands.
- Posters promoting "Vote Vince and Kendra for Royal Couple" clutter the school, causing Vince distress as he seeks to dismantle the campaign.
Conflict and Consequences
- Jimmy Rat threatens Vince with a fake gun, emphasizing vulnerability.
- Vincent's owed money is hidden in Jolie's locker, revealing Jimmy Rat's disregard for responsibility.
Communication and Emotions
- Vince communicates with Kendra to explain his absence from school, highlighting their connection.
- Anger towards Jimmy and Ed Mishkin stems from their financial mismanagement and refusal to support each other.
Family Dynamics
- Dinner is framed as the only time Vince's mother seems to have authority over family life.
- Vince provides $950 to his father upon arrival at home, demonstrating the weight of familial expectations.
Manipulation and Deception
- Tommy compares Vince's situation to being played like a piano, illustrating exploitation by Ed and Jimmy Rat.
- Alex's facade of happiness is questioned; he secretly resents Kendra’s relationship with Vince.
Revelations and Reactions
- Vince reveals his father’s mob ties, disclosing personal and family struggles stemming from Anthony Luca’s notoriety.
- Kendra's passionate greeting for Vince after exiting the bathroom signifies a complicated mix of emotions.
Barriers in Relationships
- Kendra cannot visit Vince’s home as her father would easily recognize Vince's voice, creating a significant hurdle in their relationship.
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Test your knowledge on key events and characters from chapters 12 and 13 of 'Son of the Mob'. This quiz covers important themes and moments involving Vince and his relationships during this part of the story. See how well you remember the details that shape the narrative.
