Word wizard, section 1, page 0-33
Nappy: babies diaper
Cocky: conceited or arrogant, especially in a bold or impudent way.
Tripping: when one is in a serious state of disarray, as when under the effects of drugs; but sometimes drug-free situations can induce tripping alsoGangbanging
Pimps: a man who controls prostitutes and arranges clients for them, taking part of their earnings in return.
Wack (that’s wack) : bad; inferior. worthless or stupid ideas, work, or talk; rubbish. a crazy or eccentric person.

Summarizer, section 2, page 34-67
At the start of this section Ty I introduced to a new school where he meets his teacher Mr Guzman Ms Amullo, and a cute girl named Alyse. In a flashback we are introduced to Ty’s first girlfriend Tekeva who later becomes an issue. He then meets K-Ron, a very successful rapper he knows well. Then he meets he principle Dean Baxter, which is a family man. He convinces him he won’t skip classes. Also a minor character Eddie, his old guidance councillor. He gets a call from Valerie, Clarissa’s best friend, about Clarissa getting hurt and needing money. He meets up with a hustler named Mohammed who deals drugs to get enough money for med school. Lastly he gets a postcard from his dad saying to come see him this weekend.
Questions
1: Why does Orlando want to see Ty?
2: What will happen between Ty and Alyse?
3: Will Ty’s relationship with Alyse interfere with his life and change him? If so how?

Passage picker, section 3, pages 68-101
Pg. 71 “I used to believe in trying everything once”
Ty used to think the it’d be alright if he only tried everything once, this citation leads up to another quote and it tells you that the author will give a more in depth explanation about why he thinks this.
Pg. 78 “ And I learned that the idea of trying everything once is bullshit”
The second part of the two pack quote, explains that once he tried mushrooms he realized his theory was bull. And that some things should never be tried.
Pg. 88 “The idea is that if you don’t fear death—and in fact, expect and welcome it—you will be a better soldier. A killing machine. “
Talking about the Bushido ancient code if the samurai, and how they obeyed their masters/commanders even if it results in their death. Ty thinks this is stupid, be sure the samurai should’ve stood up for themselves.
Illustrator, section 4, pages 102-135
This image shows not only This battle with itself but also his battle against Darkman
Word wizard, section 5, pages 136-169
Presbyterian: Christian but you don’t go to church ( some people go to a Presbyterian church)
Knicks: basketball team
Swish: sink (a shot) without the ball touching the backboard or rim.
Kicks: shoes
Gear: clothing
Eggings: throw eggs on a structure
Popo: police
Crib: house or living space
Summarizer, section 6, pages 170-203
1: will Alyse snitch Ty out?
2: Will Ty call Ronnie, how will that turn out?
3: will Ty continue his business or go for Alyse? Or will he get arrested before making a decision?

To start off Jones and Menendez don’t trust Ty and Sonny when they say they won’t snitch, so they threaten them with pictures of Ty’s mom, and Sonny’s wife, Sheniqua. Later on Ty comes out of a food place to get involved in a drive by shooting, luckily surviving his bullet wounds he finds himself in he hospital, where the police, Mr Guzman, his mom, and Alyse visit him. He can’t bare to hold the secret back so he tells Alyse about his other life, she gets angry and dumps him. He now has to deal with Darkman.

Passage picker, section 7, pages 204-237
Page 208 “Damn, boy, you just like yo’ daddy”
His is explaining how Ty is as careful and indépendant as his father, but he is fighting with the fact that he might not want to be just like his father.
Page 222 “ That’s bullshit. Your daddy, he always did what he had to do”
Contradicting the last quote, Sonny is saying that Ty just doesn’t have the guts to get Darkman killed, even if it’s not first hand murder, and that Ty always tries to weasel out of these types of situations

Page 204 “Wheel I heard what went down, I almost out a cap in Kevin’s bitch-ass myself. But when I found out you didn’t die, I figured you’d want to take care of that yourself”
Showing how Monfrey is not only a loyal customer but also a very loyal and trustworthy friend.
Illustrator, section 8, pages 238-271
This image represents the death of Sonny and he mental effect it has on Ty

Word wizard, section 9, pages 272-297
Landlord: a person, especially a man, who rents land, a building, or an apartment to a tenant.
Tennant: a person who occupies land or property rented from a landlord.
Organ music: a musical instrument consisting of one or more sets of pipes sounded by means of compressed air, played by means of one or more keyboards, and capable of producing a wide range of musical effects.
Minister: a member of the clergy, especially in Protestant churches.
Pulpit: a raised platform or lectern in a church or chapel from which the preacher delivers a sermon.
Sinner: a person who transgresses against divine law by committing an immoral act or acts.
Scripture: the sacred writings of Christianity contained in the Bible.