You mean the main character? His name was Lincoln Mendoza.
In Chapter 7 of "Taking Sides" by Gary Soto, the protagonist, Lincoln, becomes torn between his loyalty to his cousin and his loyalty to his new friend, Johnny. The chapter explores the theme of friendship and the challenges of balancing conflicting loyalties.
The setting in Taking Sides was Franklin and Columbus school.
The Story takes place in San Francisco. At first, the main character, Lincoln, goes to Columbus Jr. High there and he used to go to Franklin jr. high.
Tony is having a conflict with his mother.
chapter 7 taking sides by Gary Soto
1992
d
"Taking Sides" by Gary Soto has 160 pages.
"Taking Sides" by Gary Soto was written in 1991.
"Taking Sides" by Gary Soto was published by Harcourt Brace & Company in 1991.
After Lincoln meets Monica in "Taking Sides" by Gary Soto, he becomes infatuated with her and tries to impress her by acting tough and joining a gang. This decision eventually leads to a conflict with his friend and teammate, who is on the opposing side.
Taking Sides by Gary Soto is a realistic sports fiction book for young adults.Suspense
Lincoln's new neighborhood in "Taking Sides" by Gary Soto is called Mesquite.
In the book "Taking Sides" by Gary Soto, Lincoln's mom's new boyfriend is named Frank.
yes
The book Taking Sides was written by Gary Soto. At the end, the main character realizes that he doesn't have to choose a side.
In chapter 3 of "Taking Sides" by Gary Soto, Lincoln's dad tells him about the importance of choosing whether to live on the north or south side of their city, depending on the color of their skin. Lincoln's friend, Marcel, gives him a taste of life on the darker side of town, where he witnesses a fight. Ultimately, Lincoln must decide which side he belongs on.
In the book "Taking Sides" by Gary Soto, Durkins is a classmate of Lincoln Mendoza, the main character. Durkins is portrayed as a bully who picks on Lincoln and challenges him to a basketball game. He symbolizes the antagonist and conflict in the story.
Chapter 2 of "Taking Sides" explores the various arguments for and against a contentious issue, presenting different perspectives and evidence to help readers understand the complexity of the topic. It delves into the nuances of the debate and encourages critical thinking by examining differing viewpoints. Ultimately, the chapter aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the issue and equip readers with the tools to form informed opinions.