Chapter 14

What is the main idea of this chapter?

Amanda forgot that when she stayed home sick the first time, Mom made her go to the doctor. She is afraid she has to go to "elaborate lengths to get out of going."

What does "elaborate" mean in this sentence?

Where does Leo get three hundred dollars to spend?

Why does Amanda take the gift cards her parents are going to give her tonight?

What does Leo "borrow" from Schwartz's garage?

What excuse does Leo give to the waitress about why they aren't in school?

Find where Leo and Amanda start to plan everything they want to do today. Amanda says, "A tingle of anticipation and nerves run through me."

What does "anticipation" mean in this sentence?

Why do Amanda and Leo go to school even though they are taking the day off of school?

Were there any words that weren't clear to you?