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The Brooklyn Nine by Alan Gratz Comprehension Questions
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Where was Felix Schneider the fastest boy before coming to Manhattan?

Bremen, Germany

What nationality was the Striker who called out to Felix?

Irish

What did the English boy try to do to Felix when he was running to third base?

Throw the baseball at him

What did Felix feel like when he ran?

<p>A racehorse, a locomotive</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Felix's occupation?

<p>cutter</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which company does Felix deliver suits for?

<p>Lord &amp; Taylor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Felix enjoy the bustling atmosphere?

<p>Broadway</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sports team does Felix stumble upon?

<p>New York Knickerbockers baseball team</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Felix become engrossed in watching?

<p>the baseball game</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens in the city that prompts Felix and the volunteer fire brigade to rush to the scene?

<p>a fire breaks out</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the smell of the smoke remind Felix of?

<p>Aunt Jenell’s stove</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text showcase about New York City in the 19th century?

<p>cultural diversity and rapid development</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative capture about New York's energy and dynamism?

<p>essence of the city</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative provide a glimpse into?

<p>daily life and experiences of an immigrant in the city</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Felix adopt and feel like when he is in New York?

<p>American swagger and a New Yorker</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Felix observe about the differences in the baseball game rules?

<p>differences in the rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

What accusation is made against Felix by a boy from Ohio?

<p>accused of missing second base</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the only reminders of Felix's family in Bremen?

<p>Felix's sturdy shoes made by his cobbler father</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who reprimands Felix for being late and mishandling a parcel?

<p>Felix's uncle Albert</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Felix run to deliver the fabric pieces?

<p>to the Neumans in 'Kleindeutschland', Little Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

What kind of conditions do the Neumans work in while sewing suits?

<p>dimly lit, cramped conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Felix's father envision New York as?

<p>a promised land of good jobs and plenty to eat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the reality faced by the small craftsmen like the Neumans and Uncle Albert?

<p>low-paying and labor-intensive work</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much might the Neumans make in a week if they work quickly sewing suits?

<p>twenty dollars</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text highlight about life in 'Kleindeutschland'?

<p>stark contrast between the promised land of opportunity and harsh reality</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the contrast highlighted by the text?

<p>between the promised land of opportunity and the harsh reality faced by small craftsmen in New York</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who fears for his life due to feeling cut off from his family during the Great Fire of New York City?

<p>Felix</p> Signup and view all the answers

To what location do Cartwright and Felix push on to escape the blaze?

<p>William Street</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the Knickerbockers use to try to contain the fire?

<p>a hand pump</p> Signup and view all the answers

Despite their efforts, what happens to the fire?

<p>continues to worsen</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the fire chief declare the fire to be?

<p>out of control</p> Signup and view all the answers

What plan is devised to deprive the fire of fuel?

<p>to use gunpowder to blow up buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

From where do the Knickerbockers collect gunpowder for their plan?

<p>local groceries</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the Knickerbockers do to strategically place the gunpowder to bring down the buildings?

<p>divide up the buildings and strategically place the gunpowder</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of the plan devised by the Knickerbockers?

<p>to prevent the fire from spreading further and causing more devastation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the teams narrowly escape during the Great Fire?

<p>dangerous situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the Knickerbockers salvage from the warehouses during the fire?

<p>goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the fire spread toward, putting thousands of lives at risk?

<p>residential areas</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the volunteer fire fighting brigade mentioned in the text?

<p>The Knickerbocker Volunteer Fire Fighting Brigade</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the brigade guide their cart to the fire?

<p>By hand, lacking a horse</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did the brigade navigate through to reach Union Square?

<p>Crowded streets</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused chaos and delays for the firefighters at Union Square?

<p>Congestion</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenges did the brigade face in moving the heavy cart through Union Square Park?

<p>Difficulty</p> Signup and view all the answers

What became apparent as the brigade approached the fire?

<p>The extent of the disaster - all of lower Manhattan is engulfed</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was overwhelmed by the scale of the fire?

<p>Local fire brigades and volunteers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What made firefighting extremely difficult for the Knickerbockers?

<p>Intense heat, ash, and cinders</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surrounded the firefighters as the blaze engulfs nearby buildings?

<p>Fire</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Felix experience amid the overwhelming inferno?

<p>A sense of panic and isolation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage vividly portray?

<p>The physical and emotional challenges faced by the volunteer firefighters</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the intense and destructive nature of the fire effectively conveyed?

<p>Through the narrative</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Louis encounter at the store and how does he handle the situation?

<p>Louis encounters a shopkeeper who refuses to accept Yankee money. Louis responds by showing he has a significant amount of Confederate money and proceeds to buy everything in the store.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Louis's action with the Confederate money?

<p>Louis's action with the Confederate money demonstrates his resourcefulness and ability to adapt to the situation, as well as his willingness to use the currency to their advantage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are Louis and Stuart perceived by their fellow soldiers after their shopping spree?

<p>Louis and Stuart are hailed as heroes to the nation by their fellow soldiers after their shopping spree, as they were able to acquire plenty of goods for a first-rate feast.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Stuart tell the rest of the soldiers about Louis's role in the shopping spree?

<p>Stuart tells the rest of the soldiers that 'It was all Louis,' attributing the success of the shopping spree to Louis's actions and resourcefulness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Louis encounter on the battlefield, and what is the soldier's condition?

<p>Louis encounters a Union soldier, Corporal Giuseppe Silvestri, who has a leg wound and is headed back to camp.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis carry with him as a symbol of his return to Brooklyn?

<p>Louis carries a baseball given by his pa with the order to bring it back in one piece, symbolizing his own return to Brooklyn.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis encounter on the road while feeling scared on the battlefield?

<p>Louis encounters a dark figure on the road and wishes he had his father's baseball or rifle.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis find when he reaches the familiar terrain of the camp?

<p>Louis finds the smoldering campfires and steps over bodies of soldiers, both Union and Confederate, who lay faceup.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis observe about the injured soldiers on the battlefield?

<p>Surgeons had been to the battlefield and took some of the injured, leaving others to make their own way back to camp or to die.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Louis's behavior when skulking back to battlefields?

<p>Louis always made a point of waiting until well after the surgeons had finished their business when skulking back to battlefields.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Louis describe the appearance of the men laid out all over the field?

<p>The field, though still dark, is brighter in the open, and the men laid out all over the field look like they are sleeping, but Louis knows better.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis do after encountering Corporal Giuseppe Silvestri?

<p>Louis gives the corporal directions back to camp and parts ways with him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis do when he slips away from the picket post to collect money from the dead soldiers?

<p>Louis slips away from the picket post to collect money from the dead soldiers, but this time he passes by without a word.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Louis's demeanor as he walks back to camp?

<p>Louis stays on guard as he walks back to camp and eventually reaches the familiar terrain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis observe about the field and the soldiers laid out on it?

<p>The field, though still dark, is brighter in the open, and the men laid out all over the field look like they are sleeping, but Louis knows better.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis do after encountering the dark figure on the road?

<p>Louis wishes he had his father's baseball or rifle after encountering a dark figure on the road and feeling scared on the battlefield.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis collect as souvenirs from the battlefield?

<p>Confederate bills</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many boys and men from Brooklyn remain in the Fourteenth Regiment?

<p>143 out of 1100</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis believe brings him luck and safety?

<p>His father's baseball</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who commends the regiment for their courage and devotion?

<p>General Abner Doubleday</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the regiment heading after receiving General Doubleday?

<p>To Baltimore and then home to Brooklyn</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the city of Brooklyn prepare for the returning soldiers?

<p>A celebration</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the soldiers plan to do after the general's visit?

<p>Play baseball</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who dismisses the company at the end of the journey?

<p>Lieutenant Tinker</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the regiment acknowledge about avoiding unnecessary hardships?

<p>Their shrewdness</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis do at a young age and in numerous battles?

<p>Fights in battles with the Fourteenth Regiment</p> Signup and view all the answers

How are the original members of the regiment described after being released from the Army of the Potomac?

<p>Released</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the count of boys and men from Brooklyn who remain in the regiment?

<p>143 out of 1100</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who interrupts the baseball game with gunfire, leading to a battle?

<p>The game is interrupted by gunfire and a battle ensues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis consider his baseball to be, motivating him to risk his life to retrieve it?

<p>Louis is determined to retrieve the baseball, considering it lucky and important to his family.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What dilemma does Louis face regarding the baseball and the dangerous situation?

<p>Tension between the desire to retrieve the baseball and the danger of the situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who insists on returning for his baseball despite warnings from his comrades?

<p>Louis insists on returning for his baseball, despite warnings from his comrades.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who decides to go back for the baseball, risking his life?

<p>Louis decides to go back for the baseball, risking his life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who participates in the baseball game, along with General Doubleday?

<p>General Doubleday and Lieutenant Tinker participate in the game.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the soldiers to retreat and set up camp during the baseball game?

<p>The game is interrupted by gunfire and a battle ensues, leading the soldiers to retreat and set up camp.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the soldiers use to play baseball, along with New York rules?

<p>Soldiers play baseball with makeshift equipment and New York rules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do the soldiers engage in before the baseball game is interrupted?

<p>Conversation about baseball and admission fees.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who congratulates the soldiers who will be sent home before the baseball game?

<p>General congratulates soldiers who will be sent home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What risky decision does Louis make regarding the baseball during the dangerous situation?

<p>Louis decides to go back for the baseball, risking his life, despite warnings from his comrades.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What topic is debated among the soldiers during the baseball game?

<p>A debate about the risks of going back for the baseball.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis find on the battlefield?

<p>Louis finds his friend Stuart dead on the battlefield.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused the Confederate soldier's blindness?

<p>The Confederate soldier's rifle exploded, causing his blindness.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis find in the Confederate soldier's possession?

<p>He finds a baseball bat in the Confederate soldier's possession.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who made the baseball bat found with the Confederate soldier?

<p>The bat was made by the Confederate soldier's carpenter father.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were both soldiers due to do the next day?

<p>Both soldiers were due to be mustered out the next day.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did the encounter between Louis and the Confederate soldier end?

<p>The encounter between the two soldiers ends with them planning to leave together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the Confederate soldier from?

<p>The Confederate soldier is from Louisville.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Louis and the Confederate soldier plan to do together?

<p>Louis and the Confederate soldier plan to catch a train together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Louis offer support to the Confederate soldier?

<p>Louis offers comfort and support to the Confederate soldier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the emotional state of the Confederate soldier during the encounter?

<p>The Confederate soldier is emotional about his situation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Louis consider when encountering the blinded Confederate soldier?

<p>Louis considers his options for dealing with the Confederate soldier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the soldiers planning to do upon returning to Louisville?

<p>The soldiers plan to return to Louisville and the encounter between the two soldiers ends with them planning to leave together.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What decision does Hiroshi make and why does he make it?

<p>Hiroshi decides to leave Kelly and return to Boston because Kelly cannot pay his rent and is no longer wanted by baseball teams, signaling the end of his career.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Hiroshi's response to Arnold's question about next season and what does it indicate about Kelly's future?

<p>Hiroshi indicates that there won't be a next season for Kelly in baseball and that he is finished, as the Giants have cut him and even his old friend Monte Ward won't have him.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Arnold suggest that people will still pay to hear Kelly's stories, and what is Hiroshi's response to this suggestion?

<p>Arnold suggests that people will still pay to hear Kelly's stories because of his stage and vaudeville presence. Hiroshi's response is that there won't be a next season for Kelly, indicating that his career is over.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Hiroshi's decision to leave reveal about his relationship with Kelly and his feelings towards him?

<p>Hiroshi's decision to leave reveals his dissatisfaction with Kelly, as he mentions that Kelly can't pay his rent, and he decides to return to Boston, signaling the end of his association with Kelly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does King Kelly teach Arnold and the other boys about baseball tactics?

<p>scientific baseball tactics, including positioning fielders based on player tendencies and unconventional tricks</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is King Kelly unable to play next season?

<p>due to the changing nature of baseball, with stronger pitchers and potential rule changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What career transition is King Kelly making?

<p>transitioning to a career in theater due to the challenges of modern baseball</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Arnold feel after bringing King Kelly to Pigtown?

<p>a mix of triumph and concern about his status and fears returning to being picked last in games</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Arnold gain entry to the theater?

<p>by claiming to bring King Kelly's bat</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Arnold find King Kelly backstage?

<p>already dressed in his Boston uniform</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the climax of King Kelly's presence at the Gayety Theater?

<p>Arnold feels the audience's attention as he delivers the bat</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the story end?

<p>with anticipation of the encounter between Arnold and King Kelly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold trade with King Kelly during the war?

<p>his father's bat for a baseball glove</p> Signup and view all the answers

Despite the trade refusal, what does King Kelly give Arnold?

<p>the baseball glove anyway</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does King Kelly express regarding his inability to play next season?

<p>due to the changing nature of baseball, with stronger pitchers and potential rule changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold fear after bringing King Kelly to Pigtown?

<p>returning to being picked last in games</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Arnold search for in bars to settle debts, but fails to find him?

<p>Kelly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the pawnshop owner claim about the baseball bat and how much does he ask for it?

<p>It's King Kelly's and asks for $50</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where did King Kelly need train fare to go for an opportunity?

<p>Boston</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold realize he inadvertently traded for the baseball bat?

<p>His father's glove</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the story shift to in 1908?

<p>Coney Island</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Walter perceive the baseball game between hotel staff and guests as?

<p>A minstrel show</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Walter learn about the players in the baseball game?

<p>They are Cuban waiters playing for fun during their season in Brooklyn</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the scene illustrate about racial segregation and professional baseball opportunities?

<p>Limited opportunities for African American and Cuban players in professional baseball</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting for the story Lost Baseball Bat and Racial Segregation in 1908 Brooklyn?

<p>Brooklyn in 1908</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold find in a pawnshop and what does the owner claim about it?

<p>His father's baseball bat and the owner claims it's King Kelly's</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the game between hotel staff and guests illustrate regarding racial segregation?

<p>The limited opportunities for African American and Cuban players in professional baseball</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold feel after leaving the pawnshop?

<p>Devastated over the loss of his father's bat</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the baseball team offering Kelly a tryout?

<p>Brooklyn Bridegrooms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who brings Kelly his father's bat and encourages him for the tryout?

<p>Arnold</p> Signup and view all the answers

What personal struggle does Kelly express doubts about to Arnold?

<p>His abilities</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kelly warn Arnold to never do?

<p>Take a drink</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who doubts Kelly's commitment due to his struggle with alcohol?

<p>Manager Foutz</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Arnold rush to find Kelly after he doesn't show up for the tryout?

<p>Boardinghouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the story regarding Kelly's struggles?

<p>Alcohol and its impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is evident in Arnold's support for Kelly throughout the text?

<p>Unwavering support</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrative showcase regarding the challenges faced by Kelly?

<p>Battle with personal demons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story highlight about the late 19th-century athletes?

<p>Personal and professional turmoil</p> Signup and view all the answers

What emotional complexity does the text capture about Kelly's situation?

<p>Arnold's support despite obstacles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the story shed light on regarding athletes in the late 19th century?

<p>Personal and professional struggles</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Hiroshi leave behind when he decides to leave?

<p>Kelly and his monkey</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is King Kelly found disoriented and confused?

<p>In a boardinghouse in Brooklyn</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold do with King Kelly at the Turkish bath?

<p>Gets him cleaned up</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Arnold take King Kelly to play, making Arnold a hero?

<p>Pigtown field</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kelly talk about and ask for, showing his interest in baseball?

<p>Winning the pennant and playing with Cap Anson; a bat and ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kelly trade for Arnold's bat?

<p>His baseball mitt</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Arnold marvel at, given to him by Kelly?

<p>The padded baseball mitt</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain Walter's plan to help Cyclone Joe Williams get a tryout with the Superbas. How does Cyclone initially react to the idea and what does Walter propose to convince him?

<p>Walter wires the manager of the Superbas on his parents' hotel account to arrange a tryout for Cyclone. Cyclone is skeptical, believing that the National League won't allow a Negro pitcher, but Walter suggests that Cyclone could pass as Indian, since he is half Comanche.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the kitchen staff's reaction to Walter's conversation with Cyclone Joe Williams? How does their reaction reflect the racial segregation and discrimination prevalent at the time?

<p>The kitchen staff's reaction reflects the pervasive racial segregation and discrimination of the time. Their sudden silence and focused attention on the conversation between Walter and Cyclone indicate the rarity of such opportunities for African American athletes and the disbelief that a Negro or colored player could have a chance in professional baseball.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the challenges and barriers faced by Cyclone Joe Williams as an African American athlete aspiring to play in the National League. How does Walter attempt to address these challenges?

<p>Cyclone faces the significant challenge of racial discrimination and segregation, which limits his opportunities to play in the National League. Walter tries to address this by suggesting that Cyclone could pass as Indian, exploiting another racial identity to potentially bypass the restrictions imposed on African American players.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Walter's interaction with Cyclone Joe Williams reveal about the racial dynamics and opportunities for African American athletes in professional baseball during the depicted time period?

<p>Walter's interaction with Cyclone Joe Williams highlights the racial dynamics and limited opportunities for African American athletes in professional baseball during the depicted time period. The skepticism and doubt expressed by Cyclone, as well as the reaction of the kitchen staff, underscore the systemic barriers and discriminatory practices that African American athletes faced when aspiring to play in the National League.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What team does Frankie support at Ebbets Field?

<p>Brooklyn Robins</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frankie meet at Ebbets Field?

<p>John Kieran, a New York Times writer</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frankie do for Mickey Fist?

<p>Runs numbers for him in the illegal numbers rackets</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the odds of Mickey Fist's numbers game?

<p>Pays six hundred to one</p> Signup and view all the answers

What insights does the story provide about Frankie's life?

<p>Her relationship with her father and her passion for baseball</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the African American pitcher that Walter aims to get on the Brooklyn Superbas?

<p>Cyclone Joe Williams</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disguise name that Walter uses for Cyclone Joe Williams?

<p>Joseph Deerskin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Walter head to present Cyclone to the Superbas?

<p>Washington Park</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the manager's name who is unimpressed with Joseph Deerskin despite Walter's attempts to convince him?

<p>Patsy Donovan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text underline about the time period in which the story is set?

<p>The racial and social tensions, as well as the challenges faced by African American players trying to break into the Major Leagues</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action do the Superbas take to express their refusal to play with a colored man on the field?

<p>The Superbas deliberately misplay the ball</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many unearned runs does Cyclone endure due to the Superbas' deliberate errors?

<p>Cyclone endures seven unearned runs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who explains that even if the team accepted Cyclone, other teams would refuse to play?

<p>Patsy Donovan</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Walter do with his beloved Brooklyn Superbas hat?

<p>Walter discards his Brooklyn Superbas hat into the ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who collects numbers for a policy bank?

<p>Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who bets on numbers related to her late husband?

<p>Mrs. Radowski</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does the policy bank operate in the basement?

<p>The policy bank operates in the basement of a blind pig on Sterling</p> Signup and view all the answers

What popular number has never hit in the two years Frankie has been running numbers?

<p>&quot;three-five-seven&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frankie interact with Amos, indicating her familiarity with the establishment?

<p>Frankie interacts with Amos at the blind pig on Sterling</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which character runs to a blind pig on Sterling where the policy bank operates in the basement?

<p>Frankie</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frankie visit to collect their bets?

<p>Frankie visits Mr. Nolan and the Steins to collect their bets</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Frankie do with her beloved Brooklyn Superbas hat?

<p>There is no mention of Frankie having a Brooklyn Superbas hat in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What is a blind pig, and what role does Frankie play in one during the Prohibition era?

<p>A blind pig is a speakeasy, an illicit establishment that sells alcoholic beverages. Frankie works at a blind pig as a young girl during the Prohibition era.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. Who is Amos, and what is his relationship with Frankie?

<p>Amos is a regular at the blind pig where Frankie works. He is described as a huge man and a softy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. How does Frankie impress Amos, and what opportunity arises from it?

<p>Frankie impresses Amos with her sharp memory. This leads to an opportunity for her to work in the organization run by Mickey Fist.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. How does Mickey Fist use the New York Times' Belmont Park bets to determine the daily winning number for the numbers game?

<p>Mickey Fist uses the last dollar digit from the New York Times' Belmont Park bets to determine the daily winning number for the numbers game.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What dispute arises regarding the numbers game, and how does Mickey Fist assert his position?

<p>A dispute arises when the numbers in the Times do not match the ones at the park. Mickey Fist asserts that they can only use the numbers in the Times.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What glimpse does the text provide about the atmosphere of the Prohibition era?

<p>The text provides a glimpse into the workings of blind pigs, speakeasies, and the numbers game during Prohibition, illustrating the challenges and intrigue of life during that time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. How does the text capture the atmosphere of the Prohibition era?

<p>The characters and setting illustrate the challenges and intrigue of life during Prohibition, including illegal activities, the underworld, and the everyday struggles of individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What role does Frankie's father have, and how does it connect to the Prohibition era?

<p>Frankie's father is a baton twirler, which provides a glimpse into the everyday life and activities during the Prohibition era.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What are some of the key themes highlighted in the text about the Prohibition era?

<p>The text captures the atmosphere of the Prohibition era, including illegal activities, the underworld, and the everyday struggles of individuals, highlighting key themes of secrecy, defiance of law, and survival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What are some of the challenges depicted in the text related to the Prohibition era?

<p>The text illustrates the challenges of navigating illegal activities, the underworld, and the everyday struggles of individuals during the Prohibition era.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. What opportunity does Mickey Fist offer Frankie, and how does it relate to her skills?

<p>Mickey Fist tests Frankie's math skills and offers her a job in the organization, showcasing the value of her sharp memory and mathematical abilities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

  1. How does the text provide insight into the workings of illicit establishments during the Prohibition era?

<p>The text provides insight into the workings of blind pigs, speakeasies, and the numbers game during the Prohibition era, shedding light on the illicit activities and operations of that time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is Mickey Fist, and why does Frankie's father warn her about him?

<p>Mickey Fist is a dangerous man involved in illegal activities, and Frankie's father warns her about him because he is not someone to cross and can pose a threat to her safety.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the number chosen by seven of Frankie's players, and how does she explain it to Mr. Jerome?

<p>The number chosen by seven of Frankie's players is in honor of the day Mrs. Radowski's husband died. She explains to Mr. Jerome that everyone on the street was using this number in his honor.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Frankie search for Kieran, and why is she anxious to find him?

<p>Frankie searches for Kieran in the main concourse and under the baseball chandelier at the ballpark. She is anxious to find him because she is nervous and worried that he may have decided to spend the day elsewhere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frankie spot Kieran talking to, and how does she address him?

<p>Frankie spots Kieran talking to big Babe Herman, the Robins' notorious slugger. She addresses him as 'Mr. Kieran'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mysterious number that causes anxiety for Frankie in the story 'The Fix'?

<p>406</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who confronts Frankie about the suspicious number 406 in the newspaper?

<p>Mickey Fist and Mr. Jerome</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Frankie's father intervene in the confrontation with Mickey Fist?

<p>As a police sergeant</p> Signup and view all the answers

What accusation does Mickey Fist make against Frankie regarding the fix?

<p>Accuses Frankie of fixing the numbers and refuses to pay out</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the situation escalate with Mickey Fist and Frankie's father?

<p>Tension escalates as Mickey Fist threatens Frankie and demands to know who helped her</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Mickey Fist deny when confronted by Frankie's father?

<p>Denies cheating and refuses to pay, causing tension with the police</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome of the standoff between Frankie's father and Mickey Fist?

<p>The situation reaches a standoff as Frankie's father confronts Mickey Fist about cheating and withholding winnings</p> Signup and view all the answers

What surprise awaits Kat at the hotel and who is behind it?

<p>The entire team is in her room to welcome her, and it was Connie's idea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Connie return to Kat and what does she add to it?

<p>Connie returns Kat's mother's scorebook, adds today's game to it.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Connie take Kat, and who hosts the party there?

<p>Connie takes Kat to a party in a cemetery, hosted by the Fort Wayne catcher, Pepper Paire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Pepper share about her background and experiences?

<p>Pepper shares her childhood softball team and her current career in the league.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kat express her desire to do after hearing Pepper's stories?

<p>Kat expresses her desire to play ball for a living.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activity ensues among the players at the cemetery party?

<p>A discussion about the next song to play on the phonograph.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does Pepper take Kat and what does she ask her to do?

<p>Pepper takes Kat to a quiet part of the cemetery and introduces her to a gravestone, telling her to share her deepest secrets with 'Mrs. Murphy.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

What insight does the text provide about the characters and setting?

<p>The text provides insight into the characters' backgrounds and aspirations, as well as the unique setting of the party in the cemetery.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the party in the cemetery offer a glimpse into?

<p>The party in the cemetery offers a glimpse into the camaraderie among the players and their shared experiences in the league.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What sense does the text capture as Kat navigates her first day in the league?

<p>The text captures the sense of adventure and new beginnings for Kat as she connects with her teammates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who surprises Kat at the hotel and why?

<p>The entire team surprises Kat at the hotel to welcome her after her game-winning performance, and it was Connie's idea.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unique activity takes place at the cemetery party, and how does it reflect the players' camaraderie?

<p>The players have a party in the cemetery, and it reflects their camaraderie by sharing experiences and connecting with each other.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who confronts Mickey Fist for running a dishonest game and how much does Mickey Fist owe them?

<p>Frankie's father confronts Mickey Fist, and Mickey Fist owes $2,910 to Frankie's father and Jerome.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What advice does Frankie's father give her after Mickey Fist gives him the money?

<p>Frankie's father advises her to use the money for college and encourages her to pursue a future with her intelligence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What job does Frankie's father secure for her after the incident with Mickey Fist?

<p>Frankie's father secures her a job operating the ticker tape sports board at Times Square.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who does Frankie meet in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and what opportunity does Kat receive?

<p>Frankie meets the Grand Rapids Chicks in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and Kat is given a chance to play for the team due to injuries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kat receive from the Grand Rapids Chicks, and how does she feel in the team locker room?

<p>Kat receives a uniform with the Grand Rapids Chicks logo, and she feels uncertain about her role and out of place in the team locker room.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What brand of gum does Kat long for before her professional baseball debut?

<p>Orbit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the team's manager offer each player if they win the game against the Fort Wayne Daisies?

<p>$5</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symbol do the players form on the field, symbolizing the war effort?

<p>V for victory</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action causes tension between Kat and the player at first base?

<p>Kat's ritual of touching second base</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the team continue to do to Kat, despite the manager fulfilling his promise of $5 for each player?

<p>Ostracize her</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text end, in terms of Kat's feelings about her place on the team and in the world?

<p>Experiencing a low point, feeling uncertain</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage capture about Kat's initial struggles and isolation in her new role as a professional baseball player?

<p>It captures her initial struggles and isolation in her new role as a professional baseball player.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Kat feel out of place in and long for before her professional baseball debut?

<p>A skirt and her favorite gum, Orbit</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the team's manager offer each player if they win the game against the Fort Wayne Daisies, emphasizing their poor performance?

<p>$5</p> Signup and view all the answers

What symbol do the players form on the field, symbolizing the war effort?

<p>V for victory</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the team continue to do to Kat, despite the manager fulfilling his promise of $5 for each player?

<p>Ostracize her</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage capture about Kat's initial struggles and isolation in her new role as a professional baseball player?

<p>It captures her initial struggles and isolation in her new role as a professional baseball player.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Jimmy's strategy for avoiding Eric and his friends at school?

<p>Jimmy's strategy for avoiding Eric and his friends at school is to arrive early, put his book bag in his locker, and practice card flipping inside Mrs. Holloway’s room to delay his potential beating.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Jimmy feel about the upcoming film in Mrs. Holloway's class?

<p>Jimmy is usually excited about having a film in Mrs. Holloway's class because it is an opportunity to nap, but on this particular day, he is too focused on self-preservation to be excited.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Eric Kirkpatrick do when he enters Mrs. Holloway's class?

<p>When Eric Kirkpatrick enters Mrs. Holloway's class, he watches Jimmy the whole way to his seat, pops his knuckles, and grins at Jimmy, indicating his intent to cause trouble.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What conflicting thoughts does Jimmy have about dealing with Eric and his gang?

<p>Jimmy has conflicting thoughts about whether he should have let Eric and his gang beat him up yesterday, or whether staying away from Eric long enough might make him give up.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the main character in the passage and what is his primary concern throughout the text?

<p>The main character is Jimmy, and his primary concern throughout the text is the fear of an atomic bomb and being bullied by Eric Kirkpatrick.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the film 'Duck and Cover' about, and how does it relate to the current events mentioned in the passage?

<p>The film 'Duck and Cover' is about preparing for an atomic bomb attack. It relates to the current events mentioned in the passage, such as the talk about Sputnik and the Russians, and the fear of a potential atomic attack.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the reaction of Jimmy and his classmates during the film screening. What does this reveal about their attitude towards the subject matter?

<p>During the film screening, Jimmy and his classmates displayed a mix of amusement and skepticism. This reveals that they may not take the threat of an atomic bomb seriously and are not fully engaged in the preparedness process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What behavior does Eric Kirkpatrick display during the 'Duck and Cover' practice, and how does Jimmy react to it?

<p>Eric Kirkpatrick displays nonchalant and dismissive behavior during the 'Duck and Cover' practice. Jimmy reacts by taking the exercise seriously and fully participating, contrasting with Eric's attitude.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Jimmy's fear of an atomic bomb impact his interactions with Eric Kirkpatrick and his decision to skip recess?

<p>Jimmy's fear of an atomic bomb causes him to avoid Eric Kirkpatrick and skip recess in an attempt to protect himself from potential harm, both from the bomb and from Eric.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jimmy's joke about spending the night at the school reveal about his state of mind and his coping mechanism?

<p>Jimmy's joke about spending the night at the school reveals his heightened anxiety and his attempt to use humor as a coping mechanism to deal with his fear and stress.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the passage depict Jimmy's sense of vulnerability and the impact of the fear of an atomic bomb on his daily life?

<p>The passage depicts Jimmy's sense of vulnerability through his heightened fear of an atomic bomb and the impact of this fear on his daily life, leading him to take extreme measures to avoid potential danger.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jimmy's decision to delay leaving the classroom and his reluctance to go home reveal about his state of mind and his emotional state?

<p>Jimmy's decision to delay leaving the classroom and his reluctance to go home reveal his heightened anxiety and reluctance to face the potential threat of an atomic bomb and Eric Kirkpatrick.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Jimmy's experience with the film 'Duck and Cover' reflect the societal and psychological impact of the Cold War era on children?

<p>Jimmy's experience with the film 'Duck and Cover' reflects the societal and psychological impact of the Cold War era on children, as they grapple with the fear and uncertainty of potential nuclear threats.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage reveal about the psychological toll of living under the shadow of potential nuclear warfare, especially on children like Jimmy?

<p>The passage reveals the psychological toll of living under the shadow of potential nuclear warfare, especially on children like Jimmy, who experience heightened fear, anxiety, and a sense of vulnerability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the passage reflect the impact of Cold War propaganda and preparedness measures on the mindset and behavior of children like Jimmy?

<p>The passage reflects the impact of Cold War propaganda and preparedness measures on the mindset and behavior of children like Jimmy, who are influenced by fear-inducing films and drills, leading to heightened anxiety and altered daily routines.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Jimmy's attempt to escape and avoid potential danger symbolize in the context of the Cold War era and the fear of nuclear warfare?

<p>Jimmy's attempt to escape and avoid potential danger symbolizes the pervasive fear and sense of vulnerability experienced by individuals, especially children, in the context of the Cold War era and the fear of nuclear warfare.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Jimmy and Eric do during the drill?

<p>They ducked and covered under the table.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Eric mistake for a bomb during the drill?