"Drums, Girls, and Dangerous Pie" Chapter 1 to 16

Front

What major change occurs in Steven's view of his brother Jeffrey after the first few chapters?

Back

Steven begins to appreciate all of the things that are special about Jeffrey.

Front

Why is Jeffrey's fall off the kitchen stool particularly startling?

Back

It causes Jeffrey to bleed an alarming amount of blood.

Front

How can Mr. Watras, Steven's band teacher, best be described?

Back

Cool and laid-back.

Front

Why does Steven feel responsible for Jeffrey getting leukemia?

Back

He has always protected Jeffrey, but couldn’t protect him from cancer.

Front

Why does Steven feel like a 'side of beef' in the scene with his mom?

Back

Because she is examining him closely so she can fix his haircut.

Front

What is the significance of Steven's feelings towards his brother in the story?

Back

It highlights the theme of sibling relationships and personal growth.

Front

How does Jeffrey's illness impact Steven's character development?

Back

It forces Steven to confront his feelings of guilt and responsibility.

Front

What role does humor play in Steven's coping mechanism throughout the story?

Back

Humor serves as a way for Steven to deal with the stress of his brother's illness.

Front

What does the kitchen stool incident symbolize in the context of the story?

Back

It symbolizes the fragility of life and the sudden changes that can occur.

Front

How does the author use descriptive language to convey Steven's emotions?

Back

The author uses vivid imagery to illustrate Steven's feelings of frustration and love.