Two Roads Ch. 1-6

Front

What is the job of a railroad bull?

Back

To keep people from sneaking on the train without a ticket.

Front

What do Pop and Cal call the rules they follow as hoboes?

Back

The ethical code.

Front

What is a long-term character trait of Cal?

Back

He is quiet.

Front

Who is Cal's favorite runner?

Back

Jim Thorpe.

Front

In what year does the setting of Two Roads take place?

Back

1932.

Front

What is a hobo?

Back

A person who travels and works sporadically, often by train.

Front

What does 'ethical code' refer to?

Back

A set of principles that guide behavior and decision-making.

Front

What is the significance of Jim Thorpe in the story?

Back

He is a role model for Cal, representing athletic excellence.

Front

What does it mean to 'keep peace on the train'?

Back

To ensure that passengers behave and that there are no conflicts.

Front

Why is the year 1932 important in Two Roads?

Back

It sets the historical context for the characters and their experiences.