Out of the Dust Summer 1934

Front

What does Billie Jo wish for during the summer of 1934?

Back

She wishes for more dust so she won't be able to hear her mother's moans.

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Front

What literary device is used in the phrases 'Ma make a rope of fire' and 'Ma was a column of fire'?

Back

Both phrases are metaphors that help the reader visualize the shape of the fire.

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Front

Why is the poem about the fire titled 'The Accident'?

Back

The title helps the reader understand that it was not intentional and that no one should be blamed.

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Front

How does Billie Jo relate to the trees that President Roosevelt mentions?

Back

She feels they are alike because they are not meant to be in that area and would struggle to survive.

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Front

What does Billie Jo's father's poor choices signify?

Back

His poor choices signify that his grief is overwhelming.

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Front

What is the significance of the Dust Bowl in 'Out of the Dust'?

Back

The Dust Bowl represents the environmental and emotional struggles faced by the characters.

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Front

How does Billie Jo's character develop throughout the story?

Back

She learns to cope with loss and finds her own voice through music.

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Front

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

Back

Music serves as an escape and a means of expression for Billie Jo.

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Front

What does the dust symbolize in the novel?

Back

The dust symbolizes despair, loss, and the harsh realities of life during the Dust Bowl.

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Front

How does the author use imagery in 'Out of the Dust'?

Back

The author uses vivid imagery to convey the harshness of the environment and the characters' emotions.

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