The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963 ch 1-4 flashcard

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Why did Rufus stop talking to Kenny?

Back

Kenny laughed when they made a joke about Rufus and Cody.

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Who is the King of K - 4th grade, according to Chapter 2?

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Larry Dunn

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What did Larry Dunn use to change the color of Kenny's gloves?

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Shoe polish

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Why did Kenny say his brother was a 'god' at their school?

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He was older and stronger than most of the other kids.

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Why did the neighbors call Kenny's family 'The Weird Watsons'?

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They were different from their neighbors.

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What is the main theme of 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham-1963'?

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The importance of family and the impact of racism.

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Describe the character of Byron Watson.

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

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What role does humor play in the story?

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Humor is used to cope with difficult situations and to develop character relationships.

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How does Kenny view his brother Byron?

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Kenny admires Byron but is also afraid of him.

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What does the term 'The Weird Watsons' imply about Kenny's family?

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It suggests that they are unique and do not conform to societal norms.