Exploring Chapter 17 of Restart by Gordon Korman

Joel Weber reflects on his time at Melton, a musical conservatory, where he felt out of place despite having perfect pitch. He returns home, dealing with family dynamics and the anxiety of going back to school, where he was previously bullied. Joel confronts Chase Ambrose, the leader of his bullies, who now has amnesia and regrets his past actions. Despite Chase's apology, Joel struggles to move past the trauma.

What was one of the main reasons Joel disliked Melton?

• The food was terrible.

• He had to share a bathroom with eleven other guys.

• The teachers were too strict.

• The classes were too easy.

Why did Joel have to leave his home and go to Melton?

• He wanted to become a better musician.

• He was forced out by three juvenile delinquents.

• His parents moved to a different city.

• He received a scholarship to Melton.

What is Joel's main complaint about his dog, Miss Mitzi?

• She eats his food.

• She sheds a lot of hair.

• She barks too much.

• She runs away often.

How do Joel's parents treat him after he returns home?

• They are angry with him.

• They send him back to Melton.

• They are overly attentive and smothering.

• They ignore him.

What is Joel's main concern about returning to school?

• He is worried about failing his classes.

• He is nervous about facing his bullies.

• He doesn't want to leave his dog.

• He misses Melton.

What does Joel find surprising about his return to school?

• The school has changed a lot.

• Most people didn't notice he was gone.

• His bullies have left the school.

• He has new teachers.

Who does Joel run into in his Spanish class?

• His old friend Brendon.

• His sister Shoshanna.

• Beta and Gamma rats.

• Mr. Solway.

What is Joel's reaction to seeing Chase Ambrose again?

• He feels indifferent.

• He is scared and angry.

• He is happy to see him.

• He wants to be friends with him.

What does Chase Ambrose say to Joel when they meet?

• He apologizes for his past actions.

• He ignores Joel.

• He mocks Joel.

• He asks Joel to leave.

How does Joel feel about Chase's apology?

• He wants to get revenge on Chase.

• He forgives Chase completely.

• He doesn't believe Chase has changed.

• He believes Chase but it doesn't change his feelings.