the first part last by Angela Johnson

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					                         the first part last by Angela Johnson
                                      Study Guide

Part I

   1. Write a summary of Part I.

   2. Describe the setting, point of view, and structure of the novel.

   3. Identify two symbols (p. 6 and p. 23) from part I. Explain the literal and
      figurative meaning.

   4. Identify the speaker, the context, and the meaning of the following quote, …”But
      The character adds, “Then everybody could end their life on their momma or
      daddy’s stomach in a warm room, waiting for the soft morning light.”

   5. Describe the main character Bobby. Use specific details from the novel.

   6. What is Bobby’s relationship to Feather, and how does he feel about her? Cite
      specific examples.

   7. Describe Bobby’s relationship with his parents. Use specific details.

   8. Describe two major events that happen on Bobby’s birthday. Why would the
      author put both activities on the same day? What is the deeper meaning?
9. Who is “Just Frank”, and what advice does he give Bobby?

10. K-Boy is less comfortable around children than J.L. What question does K-Boy
    ask Bobby relating to Feather? How does Bobby react? Why?

11. Compare Fred, Mary, Mr. Wilkins, and Mrs. Wilkins reactions to the news that
     Nia and Bobby are pregnant. What can we infer about their reactions?

12. Compare Nia’s and Bobby’s childhood houses. How might things have been
    different had Bobby grown up in Nia’s house and vice versa?

13. After Bobby and Nia have broken the news of Nia’s pregnancy to Nia’s parents,
    Nia cries first. Why do you believe that Bobby is so upset?

14. Describe Mary’s rules and parenting of Bobby especially after he becomes a
    father. Why would she act the way she does?

15. The author puts together two chapters about doctor’s appointments. Describe
    both appointments. Who is in attendance at each. How is Bobby feeling at each
    appointment? Explain.

16. At the second appointment: Why is Nia mad at Bobby? What does Bobby wish
    he was doing instead? Why?

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