Out Of The Dust Novel Trivia Quiz!
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What helped convince Ma to let Billie Jo play with Arley's band during the summer?
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She would be getting extra practice.
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She would get to travel to California.
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She was going to get paid for college.
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She would be out of the house during the days of summer.
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Explore key themes and historical context of the novel 'Out of the Dust' through this trivia quiz. Assess your knowledge on character decisions, historical facts, and literary devices relevant to the narrative. Ideal for learners interested in American literature and history.
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A bushel is equal to how many gallons?
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1
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3
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5
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9
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A. 9Explanation
A bushel is equal to 9 gallons.Rate this question:
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In what war did Billie Jo's father fight?
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The Civil War
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World War II
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World War 1
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Vietnam War
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A. World War 1Explanation
Billie Jo's father fought in World War 1.Rate this question:
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What was wrong with the rain in June of 1934?
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It was too hard and fast.
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It was preventing Billie Jo from going to rehearsals.
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There was no rain.
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They only received a quarter of an inch.
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A. It was too hard and fast.Explanation
The correct answer, "It was too hard and fast," suggests that the rain in June of 1934 was intense and came down quickly. This could have caused problems such as flooding or damage to the surroundings. It implies that the rain was not a gentle or steady drizzle, but rather a heavy downpour that may have had negative effects on the environment or people's activities.Rate this question:
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Which of the following would be considered an allusion?
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The Grover boys lead us off.
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My ma….was round and striped like a melon.
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Like the witch from “Hansel and Gretel”
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She wept just to think of it.
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A. Like the witch from “Hansel and Gretel”Explanation
The phrase "Like the witch from 'Hansel and Gretel'" is considered an allusion because it references a well-known character from the fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel." The allusion helps to create a mental image and evoke associations with the witch's wickedness and the danger she poses.Rate this question:
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Which of the following quotes DOES NOT provide the reader with sensory details?
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She smells like scorched meat.
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Try putting it in a pond, Bayard.
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Otherwise she moans.
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I feel the blossoms in my hair.
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A. Try putting it in a pond, Bayard.Explanation
The quote "Try putting it in a pond, Bayard." does not provide the reader with sensory details because it does not describe any sensory experiences such as smell, taste, touch, or sound. It is a statement that suggests a course of action without any sensory descriptions.Rate this question:
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The fight between Ma and Daddy during “Give Up on Wheat,” allows the reader to determine characteristics for both characters. Which characteristics best match Ma and Daddy based on the text?
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Ma is gullible and Daddy is ignorant.
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Ma is optimistic and Daddy is stubborn.
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Ma is stubborn and Daddy is optimistic.
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Ma is bossy and Daddy is kind.
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A. Ma is optimistic and Daddy is stubborn.Explanation
Based on the fight between Ma and Daddy during "Give Up on Wheat," the text suggests that Ma is optimistic because she believes that giving up wheat will improve their health. On the other hand, Daddy is stubborn because he refuses to give up wheat and insists that it is unnecessary. This can be inferred from their conflicting viewpoints and the argument that ensues.Rate this question:
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How much rain fell on the farm in “Hope in a Drizzle” July 1934?
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¼ inch
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5 inches
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So much it destroyed the farm
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None
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A. ¼ inchExplanation
In the story "Hope in a Drizzle," it is mentioned that ¼ inch of rain fell on the farm in July 1934. This amount of rain is considered to be a small quantity and would not have caused any significant damage to the farm.Rate this question:
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What does Billie Jo like to feel fall from the apple trees into her hair?
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Blossoms
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Leaves
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Twigs
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Buds
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A. BlossomsExplanation
Billie Jo likes to feel blossoms fall from the apple trees into her hair. Blossoms are the flowers of the apple tree, and their delicate and fragrant nature makes them enjoyable to experience. The falling blossoms create a beautiful and sensory experience for Billie Jo as they gently land in her hair.Rate this question:
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What does Billie Jo see on the way to the store?
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Mountains
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Rib-thin cattle
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Tumbleweeds
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Mr. Hardly
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A. Rib-thin cattleExplanation
Billie Jo sees rib-thin cattle on her way to the store. This suggests that the area she is traveling through is experiencing drought or lack of resources, causing the cattle to be thin and malnourished. This detail helps to paint a picture of the harsh and difficult conditions in the environment she is in.Rate this question:
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Based on the following statement, which does Billie Jo enjoy the most? “It’s being a part of all that, being part of Arley’s crowd I like so much…and they let me play piano too.
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Travel with company
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Playing piano at concerts
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A. Travel with companyExplanation
Billie Jo enjoys traveling with company the most. This is evident from the statement where she mentions that she likes being a part of Arley's crowd and they also let her play the piano. This indicates that she enjoys the social aspect of being with a group of people while traveling, which includes playing the piano at concerts.Rate this question:
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What flowers would grow on the graves of the war dead?
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White roses
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Red poppies
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Pink peonies
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Blue iris
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A. Red poppiesExplanation
Red poppies would grow on the graves of the war dead because they are often used as a symbol of remembrance for soldiers who have died in war. The red poppy became associated with war remembrance after the publication of the famous war poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae, which describes the poppies growing among the graves in a war-torn field. The red poppy has since become a powerful symbol of honoring and remembering those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in war.Rate this question:
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What is Billie Jo's new baby brother named?
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Fletcher
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Vaughn
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Frederick
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Franklin
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A. FranklinExplanation
Billie Jo's new baby brother is named Franklin.Rate this question:
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What do the neighbors talk about after Ma's funeral?
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How dirty the house is
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How Ma was too good for Daddy
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How young Ma was
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How Billie Jo threw the bucket of kerosene
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A. How Billie Jo threw the bucket of keroseneExplanation
The neighbors talk about how Billie Jo threw the bucket of kerosene after Ma's funeral. This suggests that this particular event made a strong impression on the neighbors and became a topic of conversation. It implies that Billie Jo's action was significant or impactful in some way, possibly causing shock or controversy among the neighbors.Rate this question:
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What happens when Billie Jo throws the pail outside?
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It breaks a window
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It hits a neighbor kid
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It hits Ma and she is burned
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It breaks in two
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A. It hits Ma and she is burnedExplanation
When Billie Jo throws the pail outside, it hits Ma and she is burned.Rate this question:
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What does Daddy feed Ma?
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Orange juice through a straw
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Coffee to keep her warm
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Ice cream to keep her cold
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Sips of water through a rag
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A. Sips of water through a ragExplanation
The correct answer is "Sips of water through a rag." This answer suggests that Daddy feeds Ma by giving her small amounts of water through a rag. This could be because Ma is unable to drink water directly or needs assistance with drinking. The other options, such as orange juice, coffee, or ice cream, do not fit the context of the question and are not mentioned as ways Daddy feeds Ma.Rate this question:
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