Who is John Grimms? Describe is character (age, behavior, friends, family)
He the main character and he is the son of Elizabeth and his stepfather is Gabriel. He 14 years old. He is sensitive And heroic. John Grimms family fights alot and very religious.


Where does this novel take place? Consider location and time. How does this affect the plot of the story. If it took place in 2011, would the story be different? How? Discuss a detail from the section.
It takes place in harlem back in segregation days.it would be equal not as much harsh methods towards the people.

Religion plays a crucial role in John's life.  How did America's Puritan history affect John's father. (Consider the Puritan texts we've read in class.) 

American's Puritan History Affected John's Father Because He's Father Would Have Them Pray For Hours And He Believe In The Lord Very Strongly. John's Father Took Religious Value Serious He Wanted Them To Love And Believe In The Lord.


In this section we read from Florence's perspective. She does not often share her opinions with her family. What does she think of the Northern church, as opposed to her church in the south? Use one quote to support your answer.
Florence felt That The Churches In The North Was Over Dramatic And They Put On Because They Scream , Shouted And Felt The Lord Aloud. As The Church In The South Was Very Quiet And They Praise The Lord In A Silent Way. "Even if the Lord should lay some great burden on one's back--as He had done, but never so heavy a burden as this she carried now---one prayed in silence. Florence View Of A Church Was Not To be Loud About Jesus But Be Thankful And Fulling In Slience.