Exploring Chapter 17 of Fish in a Tree

In this transcript, Albert invites a classmate to join him and Kisha for lunch, suggesting they can all sit alone together. The conversation reveals Albert's financial situation, as he receives free lunches at school. The group discusses Star Trek and the concept of misfit toys, leading to a deeper conversation about identity and labels. Albert argues that being different doesn't make something a misfit, while the narrator reflects on personal experiences with labels and self-perception.

Why does Albert have a bruise on his jaw?

• He was hit by a ball.

• It is not explicitly mentioned.

• He fell down the stairs.

• He got into a fight.

Why does Albert get free lunch?

• His parents are wealthy.

• His family has financial difficulties.

• He wins a daily raffle.

• He prefers free food.

What does Albert's dad want to do?

• Become a famous actor.

• Leave his mark on mankind with an invention.

• Travel the world.

• Start a new business.

How does Kisha feel about being teased by Shay and Jessica?

• She cries.

• She is deeply hurt.

• She doesn't care.

• She plans to get revenge.

What show does Kisha watch because of Albert?

• Star Wars

• Doctor Who

• Star Trek

• The Twilight Zone

What does Albert think about the misfit toys?

• They are perfectly fine.

• They are misfits because of their names.

• They are beyond repair.

• They should be thrown away.

What example does Albert use to explain his point about misfit toys?

• A toy car with no wheels

• A Charlie in a box

• A doll with a missing arm

• A broken robot

What does the narrator compare themselves to when thinking about labels?

• A broken toy

• A can of soup

• A lost book

• A slow turtle

What does the narrator wish they didn't care about?

• Their grades

• Shay's teasing

• Their appearance

• Their lunch

What does the narrator think people assume about them?

• They are a fast reader.

• They are very athletic.

• They are very smart.

• They are a slow reader.