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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 ______.
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?
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.
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 _____.
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?
Who is the first Black person to win Wimbledon mentioned in Chapter 20?
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What did Big Dub leave on the Wallace HS Coach's car?
What did Big Dub leave on the Wallace HS Coach's car?
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Four men showed up to Dwayne Smith's house in response to Big Dub sharing the article - one was _______ Allen.
Four men showed up to Dwayne Smith's house in response to Big Dub sharing the article - one was _______ Allen.
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Big Dub challenges Coach Turner to a tennis ________.
Big Dub challenges Coach Turner to a tennis ________.
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Adam Douglas isn't worried about Big Dub's tennis team losing, he's worried they're gonna ____.
Adam Douglas isn't worried about Big Dub's tennis team losing, he's worried they're gonna ____.
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How many eyes does Marion Allen have in this chapter?
How many eyes does Marion Allen have in this chapter?
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After hearing how Milo teased Brandon's sexual orientation, Candice's dad notes, 'Kids are _____.
After hearing how Milo teased Brandon's sexual orientation, Candice's dad notes, 'Kids are _____.
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What other word does Candice's dad hate, related to name calling?
What other word does Candice's dad hate, related to name calling?
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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.'
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.'
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Candice realized that James Parker wasn't in the Perkins yearbook, because Perkins was an all-black school, and James Park was what?
Candice realized that James Parker wasn't in the Perkins yearbook, because Perkins was an all-black school, and James Park was what?
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What place did Brandon print a still frame from the DVD featuring the Washingtons?
What place did Brandon print a still frame from the DVD featuring the Washingtons?
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What event celebrates the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the U.S.?
What event celebrates the emancipation of those who had been enslaved in the U.S.?
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What is Milo's mom's name?
What is Milo's mom's name?
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What kind of team did Brandon and Milo play on together?
What kind of team did Brandon and Milo play on together?
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Where did Brandon's friend Quincy move to for the summer?
Where did Brandon's friend Quincy move to for the summer?
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Who do Candice and Brandon talk to that reveals the church got an anonymous donation in 2007?
Who do Candice and Brandon talk to that reveals the church got an anonymous donation in 2007?
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What was on the DVD?
What was on the DVD?
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What is the SPORT that Siobhan's father loved?
What is the SPORT that Siobhan's father loved?
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What is the TEAM mentioned in the clue related to Siobhan's father's idolization?
What is the TEAM mentioned in the clue related to Siobhan's father's idolization?
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After searching James Parker on Wikipedia, they discover that he was declared ____.
After searching James Parker on Wikipedia, they discover that he was declared ____.
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How much was James Parker estimated to be worth?
How much was James Parker estimated to be worth?
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What comic book character from X-Men reminded James Parker's photo on Wikipedia?
What comic book character from X-Men reminded James Parker's photo on Wikipedia?
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James Parker moved the Solara plant from Lambert, South Carolina to ______.
James Parker moved the Solara plant from Lambert, South Carolina to ______.
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What was Siobhan Washington's middle name?
What was Siobhan Washington's middle name?
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What was Siobhan's favorite book?
What was Siobhan's favorite book?
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When was the memorial website for Siobhan last updated?
When was the memorial website for Siobhan last updated?
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Who is Siobhan's best friend at Perkins?
Who is Siobhan's best friend at Perkins?
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Who is the son of the Athletic Director at Perkins?
Who is the son of the Athletic Director at Perkins?
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Who is a former assistant football coach at Wallace?
Who is a former assistant football coach at Wallace?
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Chip got into Georgetown University and mentions that ______ University is also located in D.C.
Chip got into Georgetown University and mentions that ______ University is also located in D.C.
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What's the answer to the riddle about traveling to St. Ives?
What's the answer to the riddle about traveling to St. Ives?
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What was Chip's answer to the riddle regarding traveling to St. Ives?
What was Chip's answer to the riddle regarding traveling to St. Ives?
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A note was left with the correct answer to the riddle with a request to meet at the big oak tree in _______.
A note was left with the correct answer to the riddle with a request to meet at the big oak tree in _______.
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What did Candice want to use Brandon's computer for?
What did Candice want to use Brandon's computer for?
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Candice's mom and dad are divorced.
Candice's mom and dad are divorced.
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What song did Candice's dad mention when syncing the iPod?
What song did Candice's dad mention when syncing the iPod?
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What is Candice's dad's name?
What is Candice's dad's name?
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What is Candice's mom's name?
What is Candice's mom's name?
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What name does Candice overhear that her dad might be dating?
What name does Candice overhear that her dad might be dating?
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What event was Candice performing during when she received the bracelet from Abigail?
What event was Candice performing during when she received the bracelet from Abigail?
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What shape of pancakes did her dad make for Candice?
What shape of pancakes did her dad make for Candice?
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Why had Brandon delayed coming back home from the Perkins Memorial Room?
Why had Brandon delayed coming back home from the Perkins Memorial Room?
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What aspect of Brandon's identity is Milo implying when he says, 'Brandon doesn't like girls...It ain't hard to tell.'?
What aspect of Brandon's identity is Milo implying when he says, 'Brandon doesn't like girls...It ain't hard to tell.'?
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Who's house do Candice and Brandon head toward to 'break things up' with Milo?
Who's house do Candice and Brandon head toward to 'break things up' with Milo?
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What adjective do the other boys use to describe Brandon's sister?
What adjective do the other boys use to describe Brandon's sister?
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What is the name of the smart and beautiful school teacher that Enoch married?
What is the name of the smart and beautiful school teacher that Enoch married?
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What is the name that means 'last slave and the first free man'?
What is the name that means 'last slave and the first free man'?
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Siobhan was Leanne's grandmother's name, who was of ____ descent.
Siobhan was Leanne's grandmother's name, who was of ____ descent.
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What was Enoch's nickname for Siobhan?
What was Enoch's nickname for Siobhan?
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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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