Tears of the Tiger Midterm

Tears of the Tiger English 9

Who/what caused the car accident?

Andy was driving drunk and lost control of the car.

Why was Robert Washington unable to escape the car?

His feet were stuck, and the car caught fire.

What is "cool bottled sunshine"?

A metaphor for alcohol.

What was the boys' first reaction to the weaving car and honking?

They laughed and didn't take it seriously.

Whose help did Rob scream for in the burning car?

Andy's.

What is ironic about Coach Ripley's star player dying in the accident?

Athletes are seen as disciplined, but Rob died from reckless behavior.

What is Andy's sentence? Is the judge lenient?

Probation and community service. Yes, because Andy was remorseful.

Who is Keisha, and what is her relationship with Andy?

Andy's girlfriend.

How does Andy describe his relationship with his father?

Distant and strained.

Who is Dr. Carrothers?

Andy's psychologist.

How is Andy doing in school in "School Blues"?

He's struggling emotionally and academically.

How does Keisha respond to Andy pushing her away?

She breaks up with him.

Why didn't Andy turn in his poem?

It revealed too much of his feelings.

Why does Andy feel watched at the mall?

He feels judged due to stereotypes.

How does Andy feel about cold weather?

It reminds him of death and sadness.

What does Dr. Carrothers tell Andy to do in hard situations?

Talk to someone.

Describe Andy and Monty's relationship.

Andy is a role model; Monty looks up to him.

How does Mrs. Thorne respond to concerns about Andy?

She doesn't take them seriously.

What generalization does a teacher make about Black students?

They're not expected to excel academically.

Describe Andy's behavior at the Talent Show.

Disruptive and inappropriate.

What is Andy's father's dream for him?

To have a successful career, like a lawyer.

What happens during Andy's final phone calls?

No one answers; he feels alone.

What did Monty notice when he got home?

Andy wasn't there; the police arrived soon after.

Why does Draper use different writing styles?

To show different perspectives and emotions.

How do Andy's teachers treat him after the accident?

Some are lenient, others avoid the topic.

What does Andy's recurring nightmare symbolize?

His guilt over Rob's death.

How does Andy's guilt affect his relationships?

He pushes people away.

What does Monty's tiger observation reveal?

His attempt to understand Andy's struggles.

How do stereotypes contribute to Andy's struggles?

They add pressure and feelings of inadequacy.

What role did peer pressure play in the accident?

It led to drinking and reckless behavior.

How could Andy's outcome have been different?

If he had opened up, he might have gotten help.