The Watsons Go To Birmingham Final Flashcard

Front

What is the genre of 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham'?

Back

Historical Fiction

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How does Byron change when the Watsons arrive in Alabama?

Back

He uses his manners, he is more polite, he seems more content - all of the above.

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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

Which of the following best describes the relationship between Kenny and Byron?

Back

Loving and rough at times.

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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

True or False? Flint, Michigan has a much colder climate than Birmingham, Alabama?

Back

True.

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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

Which of the following describes the overall tone of the novel?

Back

Encouraging and Moving.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the significance of the trip to Birmingham in the story?

Back

It serves as a pivotal moment for character development and understanding family dynamics.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

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

Back

Kenny Watson.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What event does the family witness in Birmingham that impacts them deeply?

Back

The 16th Street Baptist Church bombing.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How does the setting of Birmingham, Alabama differ from Flint, Michigan?

Back

Birmingham has a warmer climate and a different cultural atmosphere.

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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 role does humor play in the novel?

Back

It helps to balance serious themes and provides relief in tense moments.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9