Exploring Chapters 12 & 13 of The Watsons Go to Birmingham

What comparison is made to describe the heat in Birmingham?

• Like a freezer

• Like a breezy afternoon

• Like an oven

• Like a mild day

What does the family notice about the old hunting dog?

• It's too young to hunt

• It's lost its desire to hunt

• It's more energetic than ever

• It's learning new tricks

How does the family react to the southern heat?

• They adapt quickly

• They find it unbearable

• They don't notice it

• They enjoy it

How does Kenny describe his grandmother's laugh?

• Like a scary witch

• Like a melodious song

• Like a gentle breeze

• Like a quiet whisper

What does Kenny find unusual about the fish in Alabama?

• They can talk

• They seem friendlier than Michigan fish

• They are very large

• They are unfriendly

What does Byron warn Kenny about at the lake?

• The Wool Pooh

• A friendly dolphin

• A magical fish

• A hidden treasure

What does Kenny initially think about the Wool Pooh?

• It's a friendly creature

• It's a type of fish

• It's a made-up story

• It's a real threat

Who saves Kenny from drowning?

• His mother

• A mysterious stranger

• Byron

• His father

What does Kenny wish for while struggling in the water?

• Swimming skills

• A magic lamp

• A life jacket

• A boat

What does Kenny's adventure at the lake teach him?

• The importance of obeying warnings

• Swimming skills

• How to make friends

• Fishing techniques