Chapter 20-30

1. Why is it cool to be in the Vigils?It is a very popular group
2. Obie obviously does not like Archie or being in the Vigils. Why does he stay?He feels he has power.
3. Brother Leon says sales are down because of apathy. Is that true?No, people don't really care about selling them.
4. Is trying to get the students to sell chocolates just a game? Why or why not?No, they are trying to raise money
5. Did Jerry become a symbol to other students?Yes
6. Who or what gives the Vigils such power?They are popular and everyone likes them.
7. Who or what in your life gives you the courage to stand up for yourself? Who do you wish encouraged you? Why?My family. My dad.
8. Carter punches Rollo when he talks back to Archie. Why does he do this?He needs respect.
9. Is the quote, “All schools have animals” true?Yes, there are some cruel kids at school.
10. How would the dynamics at Trinity change if it was a co-ed school?Guys would be more interested in girls and not the group.
11. Why do people get caught up in a herd mentality?They ll want to fit in.
12. “Funny – someone does violence to you but you’re the one who has to hide, as if you’re the criminal.” Explain this quote. Is this true in real life? Give examples.The quote is saying that even though you didn't commit the crime you are the one who will be ridiculed. This is true in real life. The bully somehow always wins.
13. What is the difference between a spirit of brotherhood and what the boys at Trinity have?They are mean to each other.
14. Did Jerry have to go to the field to fight?No, but he would have lost respect if he didn't.
15. What would you have done in Jerry’s situation?I would have gone and hoped for the best.
16. To what lengths would you go to stand up for something?I would do anything, I always stand up for what I believe in.