Drums, Girls and Dangerous Pie

In "Trouble", what do you think Steven means by "Holy cow. Renee Albert knew I was alive."

• She thought he was cute.

• She had never spoken to him before and now she was speaking to him.

• That she thought he was dead, and came back alive.

• That she actually looked at him, acknowledged him, and cared about him.

How was Jeffery's illness affecting Steven at school?

• He got suspended for getting into a fight.

• He started cutting all of his classes and was expelled.

• He stopped paying attention or doing any work.

• He channeled all of his energy into his school work and became an honors student.

How do the teachers at Steven's school find out about the underlying problem (Jeffy's cancer) at the Alper's house?

• Annette tells her band teacher, and then he tells the counselor.
• Mrs. Alper called the counselor to tell her about Steven's emotions.
• Ms. Palma reads Steven's journals without permission.
• Renee Albert tells the school staff.

Who is Mrs. Galley?

• Steven's Teacher

• The Principal

• The Guidance Counselor

• The Band Teacher

Why does Steven refuse to let Renee into the house?

• She did not bring the snacks she promised.

• She was wearing a fur coat which would cause Jeffrey's allergies to act up and he would get sick.

• She sneezed and coughed.

• Steven didn't like her and didn't want her at his house.

What is a second serious problem the Alper family is facing because of Jeffrey's illness?

• They had to cancel their family vacation.

• Dad had to take a leave of absence from his job.

• They cannot have any visitors because Jeffrey is too weak.

• Mom had to take a leave of absence from her job and the medical bills are piling up, so they are in financial trouble.

At the beginning of the school year, Steven had to write about "The Most ___________ Thing in the World."

• annoying

• amazing

• terrifying

• painful

What did Jeffrey use to mix the dangerous pie?

• a huge spoon

• grandmother's special silverware

• special sticks

• his hands

What is Steven's nickname in the band?

• Peasant

• King

• Count

• Duke

Who is the cute girl that Steven is trying to impress?

• Renee

• Annette

• Jenna

• Robin