Melinda's Art Class

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Why does Melinda begin spending more time in her art class?

Back

She feels safe and understood there.

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What does Melinda notice about her former friend, Rachel?

Back

Rachel has started spending time with Andy Evans.

Front

What does Melinda do with the closet she has claimed as her own?

Back

She decorates it with artwork and meaningful objects.

Front

How does Mr. Freeman react to Melinda’s progress on her tree

project?

Back

He encourages her to continue experimenting.

Front

Why does Melinda begin skipping lunch?

Back

She doesn’t want to sit alone in the cafeteria.

Front

What is significant about the new seating chart in Melinda’s biology

class?

Back

It places her next to David Petrakis.

Front

What does Melinda overhear about Andy Evans in the hallway?

Back

He is dating Rachel.

Front

Why does Melinda begin to feel a small sense of empowerment?

Back

She begins to confront her past through her art.

Front

What is significant about Melinda’s continued silence?

Back

It is her way of protecting herself from further harm.

Front

How does Heather’s decision to end her friendship with Melinda

affect her?

Back

It deepens her feelings of isolation and rejection.