Out of the Dust Final Test REVIEW

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What does the dust symbolize in 'Out of the Dust'?

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The dust symbolizes hardship.

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What does the piano symbolize in the novel?

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The piano symbolizes Ma's influence on Billie Jo.

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What is a hopeful moment in the context of the story?

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A hopeful moment is represented by the free lunch offered to students at school.

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How did Ma get severely burned?

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Ma was severely burned because Billie Jo accidentally threw a pail of flaming kerosene on her.

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What type of figurative language is used in the phrase: 'Most everyone has heard of Madame Butterfly'?

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This is an example of allusion.

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Define 'allusion'.

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.

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What is the significance of the character Billie Jo in the story?

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Billie Jo represents resilience and the struggle to overcome adversity.

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What role does the setting play in 'Out of the Dust'?

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The setting, during the Dust Bowl, highlights the challenges faced by the characters and symbolizes their struggles.

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Explain the concept of symbolism in literature.

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What does the character Mad Dog represent in the story?

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Mad Dog represents talent and the impact of personal loss.