The Glass Castle 10-13 Flashcards
How does Rose Mary get clothes for Maureen?
shoplifting with Brian and Jeannette, using them as distractions
Explain how Rex got extra cash for the family after losing his job
he found a loophole in the bank and used it. Rex would withdraw money from the teller inside, whilst Rose Mary withdrew money from the drive through. the delay in updating doubles their money
What did Rex tell his kids when he was out of work?
the electrician’s union was run by a mob and he had to conduct organized crime outside of town
How did Rex ruin Christmas?
he shouts curses during Christmas Mass and lights the christmass tree on fire, ruining the presents in the process
What does Jeannette ask for her 10th birthday?
for her father to stop drinking
How does Rex celebrate his sobriety with his family?
goes to the Grand Canyon
What happens while the family is on their way to the Grand Canyon?
the car breaks down
How did Rose Mary buy a car after the car broke down in their trip to the Grand Canyon?
Rose Mary earned a check from the oil company leasing her property (inherited by Grandma Smith). She bought a car for $1000 through the Piggy Bank Special
Where did the Walls decide to move after the Grand Canyon trip?
West Virginia
Why did the Walls move to West Virginia?
to hopefully get financial aid from Rex’s parents
What car does Rose Mary buy for $1000 through the Piggy Bank Special?
Oldsmobile
What does Erma look and behave like?
Erma is a large, old woman with pale skin and gray hair being held by bobby pins. She is also snappy and sassy.
What does Grandpa look and behave like?
Grandpa is gentle, friendly, and content with a mumbly speaking voice. He appears weak and small, with short, white hair that sticks up.
What does Uncle Stanley look and behave like?
Uncle Stanley acts loving and affectionate. He is toothless and has red hair that peeks under the cap that he wears. Uncle Stanley also wears a coat, but without a shirt underneath it.
Why does Jeannette think that Dad’s family isn’t his real family?
because they are so strange, to the point she thinks Rex might’ve hired them
