The Watsons Go To Birmingham Chapters 3-5

Front

What does Byron do when Kenny tells him about Larry stealing his gloves?

Back

He confronts Larry to support Kenny.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

Why are the Watsons known as 'The Weird Watsons'?

Back

Mama wraps the kids up like mummies to protect them against the cold weather.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

How does Wilona try to convince Byron to stop playing with matches?

Back

She tells him about her experience of having her house catch fire as a child.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What character trait best describes Rufus?

Back

Forgiving.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the metaphor 'I knew this was a worm with a hook in it but I bit anyway' mean?

Back

It's like walking into a trap, with the worm as going to the fort and the hook as LJ's true motives (taking his dinosaurs).

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is the significance of the Watson family's trip to Birmingham?

Back

It represents a journey of growth and understanding for the family.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How does Kenny feel about his brother Byron's behavior?

Back

Kenny admires Byron but is also frustrated by his bad behavior.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What lesson does Wilona want Byron to learn about playing with matches?

Back

The dangers and consequences of fire.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

How does the author use humor in the story?

Back

Through the quirky behaviors of the Watson family and their interactions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What role does Rufus play in Kenny's life?

Back

Rufus is Kenny's friend who teaches him about loyalty and forgiveness.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3