The Watsons Go To Birmingham Final TEST

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Why does Kenny avoid looking in the mirror?

Back

Kenny does not like to look in the mirror because he has a lazy eye.

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What genre does 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham' belong to?

Back

The genre of 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham' is Historical Fiction.

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Identify the figure of speech: 'Some of her hair stuck straight up like porcupine stickers.'

Back

This is an example of a simile.

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Who is Grandma Sands's dearest friend?

Back

Grandma Sands's dearest friend is Mr. Robert.

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What does Byron claim the trash trucks do each morning?

Back

Byron tells Joey that the trash trucks pick up people who froze to death.

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Define 'Historical Fiction'.

Back

Historical Fiction is a literary genre where the story takes place in the past, often featuring real historical events or figures.

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What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

Front

Who are the main characters in 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham'?

Back

The main characters include Kenny, Byron, Joey, and their parents.

Front

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

Back

The trip to Birmingham is significant as it exposes the family to the realities of racism and the Civil Rights Movement.

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What role does humor play in 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham'?

Back

Humor is used to lighten serious themes and to develop characters, especially Byron and Kenny.