Turtle in Paradise (p.78-144)

Why do you think Turtle lies about being able to swim?

Slow Poke tells Turtle pirate stories while they're out on the boat.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The last "first mate" of the Lost Love fell overboard and drowned.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Who does Turtle meet for the first time when she brings the bollo?

• Her grandmother

• Her grandfather

• Aunt Minerva

What is wrong with Turtle's grandmother?

• She's mean.

• She had an accident.

• She doesn't recognize her grandsons.

Who is Ira?

• A friend of Jelly's.

• A member of the diaper gang that came back from Miami.

• A boy named after Turtle's grandfather.

What does the diaper gang do to Mrs. Sugar Apple and why?

Turtle says her Mama's head is "in the clouds". What does that mean?

• She is dreaming.

• She is thinking about flying.

• She hopes the weather will change.

Who arrives in Key West to see the family?

• Sadiebelle

• Uncle Vernon

• Archie

What are some things Turtle learns from Uncle Vernon (name 3).