Out of the Dust - Final review

Front

What was Ma's reaction upon hearing of the birth of the Dionne quintuplets?

Back

She wept.

Front

What does the metaphor about the dinosaur in Joyce City imply about Billie Jo's feelings?

Back

Billie Jo is afraid that she is going to turn to a fossil herself if she stays there.

Front

What caused Pete Guymon, the produce distributor, to die?

Back

Dust pneumonia.

Front

What literary device is used in the line about petals falling into hair?

Back

Metaphor.

Front

What literary device is used in the line about voices rising like ghosts?

Back

Simile.

Front

Define 'metaphor'.

Back

A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things by stating one is the other.

Front

Define 'simile'.

Back

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

Front

What is 'dust pneumonia'?

Back

A respiratory illness caused by inhaling dust particles.

Front

What is the significance of the Dionne quintuplets in the story?

Back

They symbolize hope and the struggles of motherhood during difficult times.

Front

Explain the importance of nature imagery in 'Out of the Dust'.

Back

Nature imagery reflects Billie Jo's emotions and the harsh realities of her environment.