The Watsons go to Birmingham C11-12

Front

Why didn't Byron and Kenny sleep well at Grandma Sands' house?

Back

They had to share a bed and were sweating like two pigs.

Front

How does Kenny's father plan to save money during their trip to Birmingham?

Back

He plans to drive straight there without stopping.

Front

What type of figurative language is used in the phrase 'let the cat out of the bag'?

Back

Idiom

Front

What was a clue to Kenny that Dad was tired?

Back

He was talking a lot and hardly ever talked that much.

Front

In Kenny's mind, what fictional characters represented Byron meeting Grandma Sands?

Back

King Kong vs. Godzilla.

Front

What does the term 'figurative language' mean?

Back

Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

Front

Define 'idiom'.

Back

A phrase or expression that has a figurative meaning different from its literal meaning.

Front

What is the significance of the setting in 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham'?

Back

The setting highlights the cultural and social differences between Michigan and Alabama during the 1960s.

Front

Explain the character of Byron in the story.

Back

Byron is Kenny's older brother, known for being tough and rebellious but also caring.

Front

What role does Joetta play in the story?

Back

Joetta is Kenny's younger sister, representing innocence and love within the family.