Warriors Don't Cry 16-18

How does Link know the segregationists are "planning something" for Melba?

• His father makes him attend the meetings on how to get rid of the black students.

• He was hanging out with his friends who told him.

• It's really a trap to get Melba alone.

• Link's old nanny told him.

What does Grandma think about Link's motives?

• She thinks he's very brave.

• She thinks he is trying to set a trap for the Klan.

• She wants to invite Link over for dinner to thank him.

• She's nervous but trusts him.

Why does Melba decide to trust Link?

• Because he was on the inside of Central and could help her where her mother and grandmother could not.

• She thinks he's cute.

• Link's nanny assured Melba he can be trusted.

What does Link tell Melba to do to avoid the guys who want to hurt her?

• Don't come to school

• Tell the principal

• Stay with her guard at all times

• Stay off the far end of the second floor and don't go to her locker after lunch.

What did Melba want to wear for Easter that shocked Grandma?

• Jeans and a t-shirt

• Nylon stockings and heels

• Pants

• Sneakers

What happened at school that made Link furious?

• The black students were allowed to attend school dances.

• He didn't win Athlete of the Year

• The school canceled all of the senior class activities

• The school board canceled an official graduation ceremony.

What does Link want Melba and the other students to do for the school to change their minds about their most recent decision?

• He wants Melba and the others to give an interview saying the white students aren't bad and things are improving.

• Publicly state that they (the black students) will drop out of CHS.

• Go to the principal and beg

Who is Nana Healey?

• Link's former nanny

• Link's grandmother

• Link's mother

• Link's Sunday school teacher

How did Nana Healey come to work for Link's father?

• She filled out an application

• She was found begging on the streets

• She was a wedding gift from Link's grandmother

• She learned from her church that Link's father was hiring.

How does Nana feel about Link and Melba's "friendship"?

• She's ecstatic!

• Very supportive; wishes them luck

• Angry; tells Link he's going to get into trouble

• She doesn't care