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1. In Chapter 1, how is the note described that Julie receives at breakfast?

There is a note lying beside Julie's plate when she comes down to breakfast. The note is small and plain. Her name and address are hand-lettered in black print across the front of the envelope.

2. In Chapter 1, what changes has Mrs. James seen in her daughter over the last year?

Mrs. James has seen a number of changes in her daughter over the last year. She has seen Julie make almost a complete turn around. Julie started to buckle down and study, instead of spending all her time on cheerleading or being with her friends. She also broke up with her long-term boyfriend.

3. In Chapter 1, what is revealed about life for Julie and her mother when Julie's father died?

Julie's father died eight years ago. Mrs. James had been a home economics teacher before he died. Since he died, Mrs. James has been working as a substitute teacher. Since then it has just been the two of them.

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