Romiette and Julio

Julio makes references to rivers, it is clear that Romiette's out look is different, what does his reference insinuate about his feelings for rivers?

• he has great appreciation for them

• he feels they are needed for travel

• he fears their power

• he has not seen enough to give an opinion

What did Romiette & Julio have in common?

• their fear of being left alone; abandonment

• fear of rivers

• fear of swimming in open bodies of water

• fear of small enclosed places

Who plays the mandolin?

• Romiette

• Julio

• Romiette's mother

• Julio's mother

The author makes clear differences in culture, such as food, what is different about Julio's preferences compared to Romiette's?

• spicy as opposed to sweet

• sweet as opposed to sour

• light and spicy as opposed to heavy and sweet

• northern as opposed to western

Given the likes, hobbies and opinions, who do you believe is more outgoing and less likely to need to feel secure and safe?

• Romiette

• Julio

• Destiny

• Ben

Who is the dreamer, in love with love and emotional, in search of love at this point in the story?

• Destiny

• Romiette

• Julio

• Ben

What is the importance of Ben's role in the story at this point?

• gives Julio encouragement and friendship in a safe space

• gives Julio ideas about how to conduct himself

• gives Julio reason to distrust

• gives Julio a space to do things he shouldn't

Is Destiny comfortable with Romiette's approach which may lead to something more serious? Why or why not?

• No, Destiny has a vivid imagination and it can get at times travel far beyond

• No, Destiny has had a vision of danger in Romiette's life

• Yes, Destiny played a large role in suggesting a "Chat"

• Yes, Destiny has already met Julio

Why would Romiette feel more comfortable online rather than in person, establishing relationships?

• she is more likely, given her personality, more comfortable with knowing someone on the inside; not the outside

• she is very busy and only has time to chat for short periods of time

• she is insecure about her looks and would rather not be seen

• she is able to create or recreate herself

Towards the end of CH 9, Romiette dismisses Destiny's "philosophical" question, why?

• she feels Destiny "over" analyzes things

• she is tired and no longer wants to talk

• she cannot answer the question; she is incredulous

• she feels Destiny cannot fathom her own thoughts