Themes and Characters in 'Peace, Locomotion'

Jacqueline Woodson introduces 'Peace, Locomotion', a sequel to 'Locomotion'. The story is told through letters from Lonnie to his sister Lilly, chronicling their separation. Lonnie lives with his foster family while his brother Jenkins is missing in the war. The family copes with the news, and Lonnie learns the importance of praying for peace, resolving to make it a part of his life.

Who is the author of 'Peace, Locomotion'?

• J.K. Rowling

• Harper Lee

• Suzanne Collins

• Jacqueline Woodson

What is the format of the book 'Peace, Locomotion'?

• Poetry

• Letters

• Diary Entries

• Short Stories

Who is Lonnie living with in the book?

• His biological parents

• His aunt and uncle

• His grandparents

• His foster mom and brothers

Who is Lonnie's second foster brother?

• Michael

• Tom

• Jenkins

• Rodney

What news does Lonnie share with his sister Lilly?

• Jenkins is getting married

• Jenkins is missing from the war

• Jenkins got a promotion

• Jenkins is coming home

How does Ms. Edna react to the news about Jenkins?

• She prays and sits down hard on the couch

• She goes for a walk

• She starts cooking

• She calls Jenkins

What does Rodney do to comfort Ms. Edna?

• He makes a phone call

• He sings a song

• He puts his arm on her shoulder

• He leaves the room

What channel do they watch to get news updates?

• BBC

• FOX

• NBC

• CNN

What does Lonnie do after turning off the news?

• Goes to sleep

• Makes sandwiches

• Calls Lilly

• Goes for a walk

What does Ms. Edna repeatedly say while watching the news?

• 'Everything will be fine'

• 'Lord please bring my baby back'

• 'I need to call Jenkins'

• 'Let's turn off the TV'