The Bully Vocabulary Quiz

Questions and Answers

In the following excerpt, what does the word wavering mean? 'I'll miss you, man,' Darrell said, his voice wavering.

Excited

Loud

Calm

Shaking (correct)

In the following excerpt, what does the word retaliate mean? 'Darrell knew he did not stand a chance against Jeramine in a fight, and he knew if he told one of the adults, Jeramine would retaliate the next time no one was watching.'

Ignore

Fight back (correct)

Tell on

Run away

Who said, 'You wanna build up your muscles, Darrell, do push-ups, run, whatever it takes'?

Uncle Jason

Who said, 'We thought you'd make us a loan, so we don't put your scrawny butt in that trash dumpster over there.'?

Tyray Signup and view all the answers

Where are Darrell and his mother moving from and where are they going?

From Philadelphia to California Signup and view all the answers

Why are they moving?

Uncle Jason offered Darrell's mom a job in California. Signup and view all the answers

How does Darrell feel about moving? Why does he feel this way?

Angry and sad, because he doesn't want to leave his friends. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Darrell recall being bullied in the past and who was his bully?

At a camp by Jeramine. Signup and view all the answers

What comments does Uncle Jason make when he sees Darrell?

He comments on how skinny Darrell looks and wants to make him bigger. Signup and view all the answers

How does Darrell feel about how Uncle Jason regards him?

He didn't like him because he was loud and pushy. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Darrell attempts to be friendly towards the group of boys standing outside the sandwich shop?

They make fun of his speech, his name, ask for money, and trip him. Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Darrell like his mom to call him 'baby'?

Because Darrell is in 10th grade and not a kid. Signup and view all the answers

In the following excerpt, what does the word clutches mean? 'We freshman'. Darrell turned the phrase over in his mind...He held on to that simple phrase the way a drowning person clutches a rope.

He was holding on to the phrase 'We Freshman'. Signup and view all the answers

What does the word deliberately mean in this excerpt: 'Tyray deliberately stepped on Darrell's foot...Whoops, Sorry Tyray said, acting as innocent as possible.'?

On purpose. Signup and view all the answers

Who said, 'Don't worry when you see the boys playn' rough. They're just testin' themselves.'?

Uncle Jason Signup and view all the answers

Who said, 'The back of the room seems a bit too distracting for you. Besides people who sit in the front of the room tend to have much better grade point averages than those who sit in the back.'?

Mr. Mitchell Signup and view all the answers

What can we conclude about Darrell wishing the checkout line was even slower?

He wanted to continue talking with Amberlynn. Signup and view all the answers

How does Amberlynn behave towards Darrell at the supermarket?

She was friendly. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Darrell like it when she says 'we freshman', referring to herself and Darrell?

Darrell doesn't feel alone; they are both freshmen. Signup and view all the answers

What does Darrell hear happening outside involving his cousins, Travis and Nate? How does he react? How does Uncle Jason react?

He hears Travis and Nate fighting over the basketball and stands up for Nate. Signup and view all the answers

What happens between Tyray and Darrell in Mr. Mitchell's class?

Tyray was doing things on purpose to Darrell. Signup and view all the answers

What is Darrell's initial opinion of Mr. Mitchell? How does his opinion change? Why?

His opinion went from bad to good because Tyray got moved. Signup and view all the answers

Does Darrell enjoy his first lunch period at Bluford High? Why or why not?

No, he sat alone and other kids asked him to get up. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary and Definitions

Wavering: Shaking; indicates Darrell's emotional state of sadness and upset during a farewell.
Retaliate: To fight back; Darrell refrains from telling adults about Jeramine to avoid further reprisals.
Clutches: To hold tightly; Darrell clings to the phrase "We Freshman" for support, akin to a drowning person's grip on a rope.
Deliberately: On purpose; Tyray intentionally steps on Darrell's foot, feigning innocence.

Characters and Interactions

Uncle Jason: Encourages Darrell to strengthen himself; implies he is a direct influence on Darrell's development.
Tyray: A school bully who asserts dominance and threatens physical consequences, using intimidation against Darrell.
Amberlynn: Shows friendliness and connection towards Darrell, making him feel less alone.

Settings and Changes

Relocation: Darrell and his mother move from Philadelphia to California due to Uncle Jason’s job offer.
Emotional Impact: Darrell feels angry and sad about leaving friends behind, revealing his attachment to his old life.

Experiences and Reflections

Past Bullying: Darrell recalls being bullied at camp by Jeramine, illustrating a pattern of silent suffering.
School Environment: Struggles during his first lunch period at Bluford High where he experiences isolation and rejection from peers.
Classroom Dynamics: In Mr. Mitchell's class, Darrell’s opinion shifts positively once Tyray is moved, showing the effect of bullying on classroom morale.

Peer Pressure: Darrell experiences ridicule and harassment when attempting to interact with a group of boys at the sandwich shop.
Familial Support: Uncle Jason highlights the importance of self-defense and resilience, advising Darrell on coping with challenges.

Conclusion

Identity and Belonging: Darrell finds solace in shared experiences with Amberlynn and the acknowledgment of being a freshman, which alleviates some loneliness.
Conflict: The fight between Darrell’s cousins reflects family dynamics and loyalty, as Darrell stands up for Nate against Travis.

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Test your understanding of vocabulary from 'The Bully'. This quiz focuses on the meanings of key words like 'wavering' and 'retaliate' as they relate to the emotional context of the story. See how well you grasp the language used in this narrative.