Tears of a Tiger pgs 128-154

Why does Keisha want to have a less intense relationship with Andy?

• She wants to focus on her studies.

• She feels overwhelmed by Andy's emotional needs.

• She is interested in someone else.

• Her parents disapprove of Andy.

What do we learn about Andy in Keisha’s diary entry?

• Andy is planning to move to another city.

• Andy is struggling with his emotions.

• Andy has a new hobby.

• Andy is excelling in school.

Why is Rhonda afraid to admit to being in love?

• She thinks her friends will make fun of her.

• She fears getting hurt.

• She is unsure about her feelings.

• She doesn't want to be distracted from her goals.

Why is everyone in the audience at the talent show focusing on Andy’s performance?

• He is performing a difficult piece.

• He is known for his talent.

• He is acting unusually.

• He is the last performer of the night.

Why do Andy and Keisha break up at the talent show?

• They have a public argument.

• Keisha sees Andy with someone else.

• Andy forgets an important date.

• Keisha feels Andy is not supportive.

What does Andy’s mother say to upset him? Why does he react this way?

• She criticizes his friends; he feels misunderstood.

• She compares him to his brother; he feels inadequate.

• She questions his future plans; he feels pressured.

• She dismisses his feelings; he feels invalidated.

Why is Andy disappointed in his mother?

• She doesn't attend his basketball games.

• She doesn't understand his struggles.

• She forgets his birthday.

• She favors his siblings.

Describe what happened in South Carolina to Andy. How does that affect him still?

• He lost a close friend; it makes him fearful of loss.

• He failed a class; it affects his confidence.

• He had a car accident; it makes him anxious.

• He won a competition; it makes him overconfident.

What advice does Coach Ripley give Andy? Is it helpful?

• Focus on academics; it helps him improve his grades.

• Talk to a counselor; it helps him manage stress.

• Practice more; it helps him in sports.

• Make new friends; it helps him socially.

How does the possibility of a basketball scholarship begin to slip away for Andy?

• He gets injured.

• His grades drop.

• He misses practice.

• He loses interest in basketball.