Out of the Dust pages 37-51

Front

What is the main conflict between Ma and Daddy in 'Out of the Dust'?

Back

Ma believes Daddy should clear his wheat and plant something else.

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

Is Daddy described as stubborn in 'Out of the Dust'?

Back

True

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

Front

What type of tree does Ma have in her yard?

Back

Apple Tree

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does Billie Jo earn money?

Back

By playing the piano with Arley Wanderdale.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

At what age did Daddy fight in the war?

Back

17 years old.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is the Dust Bowl?

Back

A severe drought that affected the Great Plains in the 1930s, leading to dust storms and agricultural devastation.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What role does music play in Billie Jo's life?

Back

Music serves as a source of income and emotional expression for Billie Jo.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does the setting of the Dust Bowl impact the characters in the story?

Back

The harsh conditions create conflict and challenges for the family, affecting their decisions and relationships.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the apple tree symbolize in the story?

Back

Hope and resilience amidst hardship.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What is the significance of Billie Jo's relationship with her father?

Back

It reflects the struggles of communication and understanding in a time of crisis.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2