Wringer whole book flashcard

Front

Who was not impressed by Palmer's bruise?

Back

Dorothy

Front

How did Palmer feel when the boys called Dorothy 'fishface'?

Back

He didn't like it, but went along with it.

Front

What are the Nicknames of Palmer and his Friends?

Back

Beans, Mutto, Henry, Snots

Front

Why did Henry go into Palmer's house?

Back

He was checking to see if the pigeon was gone.

Front

What was Palmer's biggest secret he trusted Dorothy with?

Back

He didn't want to be a Wringer, but felt he had to.

Front

What does it mean to be a 'Wringer' in the context of the story?

Back

A 'Wringer' is someone who participates in the act of wringing the necks of pigeons during the annual pigeon shoot.

Front

How does peer pressure influence Palmer's decisions?

Back

Palmer feels compelled to conform to his friends' expectations, even when he disagrees.

Front

What role does friendship play in Palmer's life?

Back

Friendship is a source of conflict for Palmer as he struggles between loyalty to his friends and his own values.

Front

What is the significance of the pigeon in the story?

Back

The pigeon symbolizes innocence and the conflict between violence and compassion.

Front

How does Palmer's relationship with Dorothy evolve throughout the story?

Back

Palmer's relationship with Dorothy grows from friendship to a deeper emotional connection as he confides in her.