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What is an abacus? (78)

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Does keeping a good reputation with the people better Ellie than keeping a good relationship with Auntie.

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"'Ohmygod, Ellie, that was so much fun,' Nay says when we finally reach my locked bike. 'Maybe I should be a cop, too'" (79).

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Its's the Adams Corridor Project, the housing project where Benjamin works.

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"For the first time, I feel relief that I kept Susana's identity a secret from Aunt Cheryl."

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"After a few minutes of doggy hugs, she finally turns her attention to me. 'Any word about the Jenny Nguyen case?'" (63).

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What is the significance of the scene with Father Kwame? (Ellie is not religious)

"Like my friends have abandoned me. And I can't relate to my coworkers. Everyone seems to be in different worlds. And I'm in between all of them," (68).

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"He's a regular soldier, serving in the middle east. For me to check up on his vehicle is actually my patriotic duty, isn't it?"

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How long can Ellie withhold information from Cortez Williams, but still be loyal to her job?

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Why did Ellie go into, and touch things in Jenny's car? 77-79

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Was it a right decision to break into the car?

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Do you believe Tuan's story ? (80-81-82)

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"maybe i should be a cop, too"

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"'Benjamin can't make it?' she asks. Those two got along so well. I can't bear breaking the bad news about our split on her birthday" (59).
How might Benjamin affect Ellie later in the novel, with her police work and her family relationship?

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What would happen if Ellie was caught? Is it illegal that she is trying to solve the case even though she is not a detective?

"I kind of feel lost, Father. Like my friends have abandoned me. And I can't relate to my coworkers. Everyone seems to be in different worlds. And I'm in between all of them" (68).

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"Nay, is that guy in parking services still hot for you?" (73)

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“Maybe I am supposed to feel alone” (69).