1. In what ways is Mr. Morrison a role model for the Logan children?
2. Why does the boycott of the Wallace store fail?
3. Why do you think T.J. becomes friends with the Simms brothers?
4. Think of an adjective that describes Mr. Granger's personality and give a reason for the word you choose.
5. Do you think that Lillian Jean learns anything from what Cassie does to her? If so, what does she learn? If not, why not?
6. Why doesn't Mama change the history lesson when Mr. Granger comes to class?
7. How would you describe the relationship between T.J. and Stacey at the beginning of the book?
8. Why does Stacey resent Mr. Morrison's presence at first?
9. What do you think Mama hopes to accomplish by getting people to stop shopping at the Wallace store?
10. How would you evaluate Mama and Papa as parents?
