Love That Boy by Walter Dean Myers

Who is the narrator of the poem "Love That Boy"?

• The boy's father

• The boy's mother

• Dr. Fauci

• Joe Exotic

What does the narrator mean when he says, "I'll get him by and by"?

• The father will talk with the boy when he's tired and ready to go to bed.

• The father will make a Tik Tok dance to show his love.

• The father will become more important in the boy's life as he grows older.

• The father would prefer a daughter rather than a son.

Which is the best statement of Myer's message in "Love That Boy"?

• Life is very hard if you have lost your father.
• Good families always have children who do well.
• There is an important bond between father and son.
• Sons and mothers are joined forever.

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What conclusion can you draw about Myer's ideas about parenting from "Love That Boy"?

• Raising children is the mother's responsibility.

• Children need love and direction from their fathers.

• Children grow best practicing social distancing.

• Children should be encouraged to excel in sports.