Juliana

Chapter 1 - 5

__How is Theo different from other kids his age?__ Theo is different from other kids his age because both of his parents are lawyers, he is an only child, and also has a dog named Judge.

__What evidence from the story show how passionate Theo is about the law?__ It shows he is passionate about the law because, in school, he is taking a class about courthouse and laws and stuff like that. He also is good friends with Judge Gantry. Besides that, he knows just about secretary in the courthouse. Theo also loved going to he courthouse, as well. In fact, he was such good friends with Judge Gantry that his teacher even asked him to ask Judge Gantry if the could take a field trip to the courthouse!

__ What do you think April should do about her problem between her mother and father? __ I would go with one of her relatives because if she went with one of her parents, she might get influenced from her parents and siblings and when she grows older she might drop out of high school and use drugs when she gets older.

__ What advice would you give her if you where Theo? __ I would tell her to not freak out and just calm down. I would also tell her to go with her aunt.

__ Why did Theo compare his feelings about the court room the m ____ orning of the Big Case to athletes ready for a big game? Explain your thinking with __ __ examples? __ He probably thought that like athletes don't eat or sleep much right before a big game. I think Theo thought this kind of relates to him and his class going to the big and important courtroom and staying for trial. So to prepare for this, Theo didn't eat much or sleep much.EXAMPLE: Before a big softball game, I have to practice a lot so that way I can do good during the real game. I also use this technique when I do tests. (especially math tests) I have to practice a lot. Then I do really good on my real test.

__ If you were the judge in April's case, what would you tell her parents? __ I would tell them to stop using drugs. I would also ask them if they really wanted to have a divorce. If they said yes, then I would get the papers ready. But if they said no, then I would ask "Are you sure?" If the said yes, then I would let them go.