Nickel Boys Review

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What was wrong with the encyclopedias in Nickel Boys?

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They were all blank except the first one.

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What scheme did the boys come up with in chapter 10 of Nickel Boys?

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They were going to put horse medicine in one of the staff’s drink to make them throw up.

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What was Elwood’s best present in 1962?

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Album of Martin Luther King Jr at Zion Hill.

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What was Elwood’s punishment for the letter?

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He was whipped and locked in a dark room.

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What was Elwood hoping to do with his manuscript?

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He wanted to expose what was happening at Nickel.

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What does the blank encyclopedia symbolize in Nickel Boys?

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The erasure of history and the silencing of the boys' experiences.

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How does Elwood's character reflect the themes of hope and resilience?

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Elwood remains hopeful despite the harsh realities of Nickel, inspired by the teachings of Martin Luther King Jr.

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What role does friendship play in Nickel Boys?

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Friendship provides support and solidarity among the boys as they navigate their struggles.

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What is the significance of the character Spencer in Nickel Boys?

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Spencer represents the oppressive authority figures that the boys must contend with.

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How does the setting of Nickel influence the story?

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The setting serves as a backdrop for the systemic abuse and injustice faced by the boys.