What are the topics in the book seventh grade by Gary Soto

Does anyone know the answers to these two? i don’t want to have to guess, you!

How do to my dear loving husband and to the kings most excellent majesty's reflect cultural values of their time

Which of the following words in bold means “to put before something else”? a) the broken device sat unused in a box. b) jose wanted to defermaking a decision about college until the spring. c) ashok’s counsel was to go to the store tomorrow. d) i would prefer to go to a movie this weekend instead of the play.