The Parker Inheritance Flashcards Chapter 11-20

Questions and Answers

Candice reveals why she asked Milo's mom all those questions at the church about practices, games, etc.- it was because she wanted to know Milo's ______.

schedule

Candice thinks that Brandon and his family think her family is what?

poor

One reason Candice wants to find The Parker Inheritance is to save her _____ Atlanta.

house

Another reason Candice wants to find The Parker Inheritance is to fix her grandmother's _____.

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Who is the first Black person to win Wimbledon mentioned in Chapter 20?

Althea Gibson Signup and view all the answers

What did Big Dub leave on the Wallace HS Coach's car?

The New York Times paper Signup and view all the answers

Four men showed up to Dwayne Smith's house in response to Big Dub sharing the article - one was _______ Allen.

Marion Signup and view all the answers

Big Dub challenges Coach Turner to a tennis ________.

exhibition Signup and view all the answers

Adam Douglas isn't worried about Big Dub's tennis team losing, he's worried they're gonna ____.

win Signup and view all the answers

How many eyes does Marion Allen have in this chapter?

2 Signup and view all the answers

After hearing how Milo teased Brandon's sexual orientation, Candice's dad notes, 'Kids are _____.

cruel Signup and view all the answers

What other word does Candice's dad hate, related to name calling?

stupid Signup and view all the answers

In reference to Brandon getting called names, Candice's dad says, 'One day people will look back and be amazed - and horrified - at the way ____ people were treated.'

gay Signup and view all the answers

Candice realized that James Parker wasn't in the Perkins yearbook, because Perkins was an all-black school, and James Park was what?

white Signup and view all the answers

What place did Brandon print a still frame from the DVD featuring the Washingtons?

Mount Carmel Baptist Church Signup and view all the answers

What event celebrates the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the U.S.?

Juneteenth Signup and view all the answers

What is Milo's mom's name?

Millicent 'Millie' Stanford Signup and view all the answers

What kind of team did Brandon and Milo play on together?

basketball Signup and view all the answers

Where did Brandon's friend Quincy move to for the summer?

Seattle Signup and view all the answers

Who do Candice and Brandon talk to that reveals the church got an anonymous donation in 2007?

Deacon Draper Signup and view all the answers

What was on the DVD?

Video Tribute to Coach Washington Signup and view all the answers

What is the SPORT that Siobhan's father loved?

baseball Signup and view all the answers

What is the TEAM mentioned in the clue related to Siobhan's father's idolization?

Luling Oilers Signup and view all the answers

After searching James Parker on Wikipedia, they discover that he was declared ____.

dead Signup and view all the answers

How much was James Parker estimated to be worth?

$120 million Signup and view all the answers

What comic book character from X-Men reminded James Parker's photo on Wikipedia?

Professor Xavier Signup and view all the answers

James Parker moved the Solara plant from Lambert, South Carolina to ______.

Denver Signup and view all the answers

What was Siobhan Washington's middle name?

Mildred Signup and view all the answers

What was Siobhan's favorite book?

The Westing Game Signup and view all the answers

When was the memorial website for Siobhan last updated?

August 10, 2007 Signup and view all the answers

Who is Siobhan's best friend at Perkins?

Ellie McElveen Signup and view all the answers

Who is the son of the Athletic Director at Perkins?

Chip Douglas Signup and view all the answers

Who is a former assistant football coach at Wallace?

Adam Douglas Signup and view all the answers

Chip got into Georgetown University and mentions that ______ University is also located in D.C.

Howard Signup and view all the answers

What's the answer to the riddle about traveling to St. Ives?

1 Signup and view all the answers

What was Chip's answer to the riddle regarding traveling to St. Ives?

2801 Signup and view all the answers

A note was left with the correct answer to the riddle with a request to meet at the big oak tree in _______.

Vickers Park Signup and view all the answers

What did Candice want to use Brandon's computer for?

to watch the DVD Signup and view all the answers

Candice's mom and dad are divorced.

True Signup and view all the answers

What song did Candice's dad mention when syncing the iPod?

September by Earth, Wind & Fire Signup and view all the answers

What is Candice's dad's name?

Joe Signup and view all the answers

What is Candice's mom's name?

Anne Signup and view all the answers

What name does Candice overhear that her dad might be dating?

Danielle Signup and view all the answers

What event was Candice performing during when she received the bracelet from Abigail?

Christmas play Signup and view all the answers

What shape of pancakes did her dad make for Candice?

heart Signup and view all the answers

Why had Brandon delayed coming back home from the Perkins Memorial Room?

Avoiding Milo Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Brandon's identity is Milo implying when he says, 'Brandon doesn't like girls...It ain't hard to tell.'?

Sexual Orientation Signup and view all the answers

Who's house do Candice and Brandon head toward to 'break things up' with Milo?

Mrs. Palmer Signup and view all the answers

What adjective do the other boys use to describe Brandon's sister?

freak Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the smart and beautiful school teacher that Enoch married?

Leanne Diggs Signup and view all the answers

What is the name that means 'last slave and the first free man'?

Enoch Signup and view all the answers

Siobhan was Leanne's grandmother's name, who was of ____ descent.

Irish Signup and view all the answers

What was Enoch's nickname for Siobhan?

Lil' Dub Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Characters and Relationships

Candice explores personal questions revealing her curiosity about Milo, particularly regarding his schedule.
Brandon's family is perceived as "poor" by Candice, highlighting social judgments.
Candice's quest for The Parker Inheritance relates to her desire to improve her family's situation and to honor her grandmother's legacy.

Historical and Cultural References

Big Dub, a character in the narrative, learns about Althea Gibson, the first Black athlete to win Wimbledon.
A significant event, Juneteenth, is commemorated at Mount Carmel Baptist Church, marking the emancipation of enslaved individuals.

Key Events and Developments

A controversial tennis exhibition is arranged by Big Dub against Coach Turner, emphasizing competition in sports with racial undercurrents.
Brandon reveals that Dwayne Smith meets four individuals, including Marion Allen, underscoring community ties and elite connections.

Clues and Mysteries

A DVD provides crucial information related to the investigation, revealing connections to both sports and personal histories.
Brandon and Candice discover the clue discusses Siobhan's father's admiration for a sports team, linking tennis to baseball—a reveal that shapes their understanding of the past.

Societal Issues Addressed

Issues surrounding bullying and sexual orientation are examined through interactions between characters like Milo and Brandon, highlighting childhood cruelty.
Discussions about racial identities and historical school segregations emerge, as seen with the absence of James Parker in the yearbook of an all-Black Perkins school.

Personal Dynamics and Growth

Candice's parents' divorce and their personal lives impact her perceptions, shaping her understanding of family dynamics.
Emotional connections are reflected in small details, such as the shape of pancakes that Candice's dad makes, symbolizing familial love.

Trivia and Details

The narrative includes trivia elements, such as the riddle discussed in Chapter 16 and the reference to popular songs like "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire, linking characters to cultural phenomena.
Siobhan Washington’s characteristics, background, and personal connections are introduced, providing depth to the storytelling and setting the stage for her influence on other characters.

Overall Themes

The quest for identity, both personal and collective, is a central theme, intertwined with historical legacies and contemporary societal challenges.
The exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the role of community across different backgrounds is woven throughout the narrative, emphasizing shared experiences and challenges.

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