The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore
Chapter 6
Chapter :
The Other Wes:
 List Wes’s agents of socialization at this point in his life. What specific influence does each
one have?
 What were the tell tales signs that someone is a cop? Why did Wes ignore his instincts?
 How did Wes react to getting arrested this time?
Wes:
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List Wes’s agents of socialization at this point in his life. What specific influence does each
one have?
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What is Wes’ role now at military school? How has this changed? Why did this change?
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What role did basketball play in Wes’ life at this time?
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Wes mentioned that the “uniform had become a force field that kept the craziness of the
world outside from getting too close…” How does the incident on the way to the pizza place
bring Wes back to reality?
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How was Wes’ response to the incident a clear sign that he has distanced himself from the
streets?