Jeannette Walls claims that “…despite our economic standing, Mom was a bit of a snob and always made us feel superior to everyone else. She would say we just had a very serious cash-flow problem.” Is this attitude admirable or not? Why?

How does Jeannette’s relationship with her parents evolve throughout the memoir?

How do the Walls siblings’ relationships with each other help them cope with the challenges they face?

Where does Jeannette work in high school?

T or F: Rex Walls stops drinking completely after Jeannette asks him to quit.

2. Jeannette Walls has said, “Some people think my parents are absolute monsters and should’ve had their children taken away from them." Do agree or disagree? Be sure to explain.

List two traits to describe Rose Mary Walls

Would Rex Walls be considered a static or dynamic character? (dynamic=changes/develops, static= stays the same_

T or F: Rose Mary values her art and writing more than traditional responsibilities like earning money or caring for her children.

What are some of Rose Mary Walls’ hobbies or passions?

What do you think Jeannette meant when she said: "1. Jeannette Walls has said, “We didn’t have food, but at the same time, we were luckier than other kids.”

T or F: Jeannette becomes a journalist after she leaves her family.

T or F: Jeannette’s father helps her by giving her money to move to New York City.