Chapter 5

1. Why do you think Rameck made the choices he did? He knew right from wrong, so what motivated him to choose the "wrong" path as a teen?

Rameck didn't have very many positive role-models in his life, so he followed whatever was the easiest path for him. Both of Rameck's parents were drug addicts, and his friends led him in the "wrong" path, so Rameck naturally followed in their path and made poor decisions.



2. Considering both his parents were drug addicts, was he really responsible for his actions? Explain your opinion.

Rameck was still responsible for his actions, but it would be easier for him to give in to the temptation of doing bad things since his parents would probably not discipline him very much. Although he had poor role models, he would still know what is right and wrong, and still had the ability to choose the right decisions.



3. Are young people responsible for their actions if they have no good role models or people to teach them the right way to live? Explain your opinion.

Yes, they are still responsible for their decisions. Even though they have no good role models, people can still make positive decisions for their own good. Without positive role models, it is harder to make good decisions, but still possible.



4. Who are the biggest influences in your own life? In what ways have they shaped you? What have they taught you?

The biggest influences in my life are my parents and friends. My parents have taught me to do the right things and to pursue my interests. My friends have usually shaped me in a positive way, but sometimes they have led me in the wrong directions.