Out of the Dust Summer 1934

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What does Karen Hesse compare Billie Jo's pregnant mother to?

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A melon and pear to help the reader visualize her shape.

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What is the lesson in the poem 'The Path of our Sorrow' similar to in Don Brown's graphic novel?

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Both teach historical facts and explain the causes and effects of the dust storms.

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What does Billie Jo calling her daddy 'Father' symbolize?

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It symbolizes that their relationship has been damaged, she is angry at him, and she no longer feels close to him.

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How does Billie Jo celebrate her fourteenth birthday?

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By sitting at Arley's window listening to him play, showing her loneliness and isolation.

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What foreshadows Ma and Franklin's deaths in 'Out of the Dust'?

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The grasshoppers leave behind only two destroyed apple cores.

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What is the significance of Billie Jo's relationship with her father after the tragedy?

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It reflects the emotional distance and conflict between them.

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How does the setting of the Dust Bowl impact the characters in 'Out of the Dust'?

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It creates a backdrop of hardship and struggle, influencing their actions and emotions.

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What role does music play in Billie Jo's life?

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Music serves as an escape and a way to connect with her emotions and memories.

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What does the apple tree symbolize in the story?

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It symbolizes hope, loss, and the connection to Billie Jo's mother.

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How does Billie Jo's perspective change throughout the novel?

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She evolves from a girl filled with anger and grief to one who seeks understanding and healing.