Runner Comprehension Chapters 12-17 Flashcards
What has happened to Ma’s condition?
It has worsened and she now cleans the house 24/7
What is going on with Squizzy’s gang at the moment?
The Richmond and Fitzroy gangs are facing off, with Snowy Cutmore and Squizzy Taylor at the head of their respective gangs
What is a major turning point in Charlie’s life when he is collecting a debt for Squizzy?
He sees Alice Cornwall, his love interest, and realises her father is in debt to Squizzy?
What does Charlie say about the names on Squizzy’s list?
I realised that these people were more than just names. They were real people, desperate people, people just like Ma and me.
What does Alice say to Charlie to lead him away from Squizzy?
Leave us alone. Yer just like the rest of em
Why does Charlie retire from boxing and what does he take up with Mr Redmond instead?
Because Alice hates boxing, he begins running training with Mr Redmond
What did Mrs Redmond buy to help with Charlie’s footwork?
A gramophone
What song does Ma dance to on the gramophone that gets her spirits up again?
I’m forever blowing bubbles
What does Mr Redmond get Charlie doing to train for the Ballarat Mile?
Rabbiting
What makes Squizzy angry at Charlie?
He realises Charlie paid Kenneth Cornwall’s debt
What does Charlie say about Squizzy’s change of tone of voice?
There was a viciousness in it and it frightened me
Where do Charlie and Nostrils get ambushed by the Barlow gang?
Fitzroy Gardens
What is Charlie’s signature line throughout the book when he is in a dangerous situation?
Heads or tails. Yes or no. Go or stay.
What happens to Nostrils after he slips and Charlie runs away, leaving his friend at the mercy of Jimmy Barlow?
He gets badly beaten and kneecapped, meaning he will never be able to play footy again
Where does Charlie take Nostrils after he is bashed?
To the casualty ward at St Vincent’s Hospital in a shopping trolley
