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Who is Leo Borlock?

The main character and the director of Hot Seat; 16-years old, observant, curious, and finds Stargirl intriguing.

What did Leo's grandpa give him when he was leaving?

A porcupine necktie.

What showed up in Leo's mailbox the day he arrived?

A porcupine necktie.

Who is Kevin Quinlant?

<p>Leo's best friend and the host of Hot Seat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Stargirl Caraway?

<p>An unusual new student who is bold and kind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Hot Seat?

<p>The school's local news channel.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unusual thing did Stargirl do on her first day in the lunchroom?

<p>She sang with her ukulele.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Hillari Kimble's theory about Stargirl?

<p>She was a plant so the school staff would test the students' school spirit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are three unusual things Stargirl did?

<p>Stargirl brought a rat to school, danced in the rain, and sang Happy Birthday to people.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are four theories about Stargirl?

<p>She lives in a bus, she sniffed fumes, her parents are witches, and they are circus acrobats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Leo and Kevin fight daily?

<p>Kevin wanted to put Stargirl on Hot Seat, but Leo didn't.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Stargirl put into a mailbox while Leo was following her home?

<p>A package that said Congratulations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Wayne Parr?

<p>Good-looking boy, Hillari Kimble's boyfriend, a representation of the boring and normal school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Stargirl do at the first football game?

<p>She danced on the field, punted the football, and did flips.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the result of Stargirl's halftime show?

<p>More people attended the game.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Did Stargirl keep her promise to not sing Happy Birthday to Hillari Kimble?

<p>Yes, Stargirl sang Happy Birthday to Leo, but with Hillari's name in it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Archie Brubaker?

<p>A 60-year-old retired paleontologist who holds a private 'school.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Senor Saguaro?

<p>A 30-foot cactus who Archie talks to sometimes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Archie's school.

<p>Archie's school runs every day and all day in his home, and children of all ages learn about unusual facts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When did Stargirl become popular?

<p>December 1st.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Stargirl do her first game of being a cheerleader?

<p>Stargirl learned the cheers and then went to cheer with the other cheerleaders and was all over the place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Cinnamon?

<p>Stargirl's pet rat.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Dori Dilson?

<p>Brown-haired, writes poetry, and no one noticed her until she was the first person to sit with Stargirl at lunch.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who won the oratorical contest?

<p>Stargirl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened after Stargirl came to the school?

<p>People were discovering their individuality and noticed and complemented each other, even though they barely knew each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When was Stargirl scheduled to go on Hot Seat?

<p>The day before Valentine's Day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Stargirl say the Pledge of Allegiance?

<p>&quot;I pledge allegiance to United Turtles of America and to the fruit bats of Borneo, one planet in the Milky Way, incredible, with justice and black bean burritos for all.&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the unexpected visitor at Anne Grisdale's grandpa's funeral?

<p>Stargirl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Danny Pike?

<p>Danny Pike broke his leg from a bike and got a blood clot from the injury, and was sent to the hospital.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened when Danny got back?

<p>Stargirl got Danny a new bike, which was thrown out because his mom didn't want him to use it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was unusual about Stargirl's cheering?

<p>She had constant cheering and she cheered for the other teams too.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would students react when Stargirl cheered for them?

<p>They were really embarrassed, but also really surprised because people they didn't know would cheer for them too.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How was basketball season different?

<p>Mica High's team was actually winning and was undefeated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the author find so remarkable about Stargirl?

<p>She was really empathetic and selfless.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Stargirl leave in the second half of the Red Rock game to talk to the bus driver?

<p>She was upset that people were cheering for their team when the other team was getting horribly defeated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What trick did the team play on Stargirl?

<p>The team said that they forgot something in the gym and then told the bus driver that everyone was in the bus and could go. The bus left Stargirl at Red Rock.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the job of the Hot Seat jury?

<p>The Hot Seat jury was to ask embarrassing questions to heat up the interview.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Leo not want Stargirl's Hot Seat episode to be aired?

<p>Leo was worried that people would think Stargirl was weird and people were being mean to her already. The jury was very rude to her and she did not deserve that.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were Stargirl's previously used names?

<p>Stargirl used names like Pocket Mouse, Mudpie, Hully Gully, and Susan before Stargirl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Stargirl's philosophy on names?

<p>Stargirl said that names are like shirts, you eventually wear them out when you get too big for them or when you wear it out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Stargirl during the Hot Seat?

<p>The Hot Seat jury bullied Stargirl and interrogated her with horrible and mean questions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first person to attend to Kovac's broken leg?

<p>Stargirl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Stargirl at the Glendale game?

<p>Stargirl had a tomato thrown at her face while she was cheering as everyone else was crying because of the loss their team faced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the letter Leo received say?

<p>&quot;I love you,&quot; signed with a star and a girl.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Archie put the basketball game into perspective?

<p>He used an analogy with a skull to show that losing a basketball game is not the worst thing in the world.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nickname did the girls give Leo?

<p>Starboy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe Leo's encounter at Stargirl's house.

<p>It was nerve-racking and awkward, but also fun and comforting.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the enchanted place Stargirl took Leo.

<p>They were in the middle of the desert, and Stargirl decided to teach Leo how to completely lose himself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters

  • Leo Borlock: Main character, 16 years old, director of Hot Seat; observant and intrigued by Stargirl.
  • Kevin Quinlant: Leo's best friend, host of Hot Seat; desires to feature Stargirl on the show.
  • Stargirl Caraway: Bold, kind newcomer to Mica High, engages in unique behaviors.
  • Hillari Kimble: Skeptical student with wild theories about Stargirl, believes she might be a plant.
  • Wayne Parr: Hillari's boyfriend, epitome of normalcy at school.
  • Archie Brubaker: 60-year-old retired paleontologist who educates children in his home.
  • Cinnamon: Stargirl’s pet rat, highlights her eccentricity.
  • Dori Dilson: Quiet student, first to sit with Stargirl at lunch.

Key Events

  • Porcupine Necktie: A symbol of Leo's relationship with his grandpa and nostalgia; appears in his mailbox upon arrival.
  • Stargirl's Lunchroom Entrance: She starts school by singing with a ukulele, captivating attention.
  • Football Game Performance: Stargirl dances and performs flips on the field, increasing game attendance.
  • Hot Seat Controversy: Leo fears backlash against Stargirl during her Hot Seat appearance due to the jury's rudeness.

Stargirl's Impact

  • Stargirl encourages individuality among the students, sparking unexpected camaraderie and compliments.
  • Her actions, like dancing in the rain and cheering for all teams, often embarrass peers but also surprise them.

School Dynamics

  • Unique Theories about Stargirl: Include claims she lives in a bus or is linked to witchcraft, reflecting student curiosity.
  • Cheerleading: Stargirl’s unorthodox cheering style involves supporting opposing teams and constant enthusiasm.

Relationships

  • Leo struggles with mixed feelings towards Stargirl, balancing personal admiration with peer pressure.
  • Leo’s awkward encounter at Stargirl’s house reveals their budding relationship amid discomfort.

Other Notable Incidents

  • Stargirl’s empathy shines when she attends to Danny Pike after his injury and gifts him a bike, demonstrating her kindness.
  • A tomato is thrown at Stargirl during a Glendale game, signifying the hostility she faces as she embodies her unique spirit.

Philosophical Views

  • Stargirl suggests names are like shirts—eventually outgrown or worn out, reflecting a perspective on identity and change.
  • Archie's insight on perspective and loss highlights greater life lessons beyond trivial school events, using a skull analogy.

Final Notes

  • Stargirl’s popularity peaks on December 1, indicating a significant shift in school culture.
  • The emotional fallout from her Hot Seat experience and the subsequent letter from Leo exemplifies the tension between individuality and acceptance in a teenage environment.

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