The Watsons Go To Birmingham

Front

Who is the narrator of 'The Watsons Go To Birmingham'?

Back

Kenny

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

Why does Mama cover her mouth when she finds something funny?

Back

She had a gap between her front teeth and did not like for it to show.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

Where did Mama want to live?

Back

Birmingham

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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

What nickname was Byron given when he turned 13?

Back

A juvenile delinquent

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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

What city is the setting for a significant part of the story?

Back

Birmingham

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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 is the main theme of 'The Watsons Go To Birmingham'?

Back

Family, racism, and growing up.

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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

Who are the main characters in the story?

Back

Kenny, Byron, Joetta, and their parents.

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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 event does the family travel to Birmingham for?

Back

To visit Grandma and experience the Civil Rights Movement.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What does Byron often get in trouble for?

Back

His rebellious behavior and attitude.

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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

How does Kenny feel about his brother Byron?

Back

He admires him but is also scared of him.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6