Mrs. Sidman, Mr.

Guareschi, President Johnson, and Mr. Kowalski all have something in common at the beginning of this chapter. What is it?

They are or were leaders since Mrs.Sidman is the new principal and Mr.Guareschi retired but was the principal , president Johnson is the president and Mr.

kowalski was but now quit.

What does Mr. Hoodhood mean when he says that architecture is a blood sport?
He meant that Cross country is a blood sport
As Holling and Meryl Lee are working on their project, Mr. Kowalski tells them about a historical event.

Which event is he referring to? I

it was when sadly Martin luther King Jr. Was assassinated by James Earl Ray
Describe the events that happen on the New York Yankees Opening Day. What do you think Mrs. Baker wanted to talk with the boss about?
The Yankees lost
During practice, Holling is careful not to run faster than any of the eighth grade boys on the cross country team. Why?
He stays at the back of the pack because if he stays in front they will pull his pants down and spit on him.

What reasons do you think Mr. Hoodhood has for saying Heather is not going to college?
Heather is not going to Uni because she has a good enough job and there is war so for now she's staying where she is.