Trivia: The Watsons Go To Birmingham Novel Quiz!

The Watson's decide to go to Birmingham because they want Grandma Sands to watch Byron and help him improve his behavior. This suggests that Byron may have been causing trouble or misbehaving, and the family believes that Grandma Sands can provide the necessary guidance and discipline to help him "shape up". Going to Birmingham serves the purpose of seeking Grandma Sands' assistance in addressing Byron's behavior.

Larry Dunn is described as the school bully in the given options. This implies that he was someone who used intimidation and aggression to exert power and control over others. Being a bully often involves engaging in harmful behavior towards others, such as physical or verbal abuse.

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The story begins in Flint, Michigan.

The book is written through the eyes of Kenny.

The correct answer is "The brown bomber." This suggests that the car belonging to Watson is referred to as "The brown bomber."

Byron put his lips on the cold mirror and they got stuck. This action made Kenny think that Byron was part of the "weird Watsons" because it was a strange and unusual thing to do. It demonstrated Byron's willingness to take risks and do things that others might find odd or unconventional. This behavior is characteristic of the Watson family, who are known for their eccentricities and unique quirks.

Byron didn't want to sign for the groceries at the store because he believed that signing for groceries meant they were on welfare. This suggests that Byron had a negative perception of welfare and didn't want to be associated with it.

Mr. Watson decided that Byron's punishment for the conk would be shaving his head.

The Ultra Glide refers to the record player in the car. This suggests that the car is equipped with a record player for listening to music while driving. The other options such as the name of Watson's car, the name of Watson's dog, and the kind of bike that Kenny rides are unrelated to the Ultra Glide.

Kenny and Byron were surprised to find outhouses at the rest stop in Ohio. This suggests that they were not expecting to see such facilities at the rest stop, which could indicate that they were in a remote or unexpected location. The presence of outhouses may have also surprised them because it is not a common feature at modern rest stops, where indoor bathrooms are typically available.

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Byron tricks Kenny into keeping the secret about the "free food" by sharing the Swedish creams with him. This act of sharing creates a sense of camaraderie and friendship between the two, making Kenny more inclined to keep the secret in order to maintain their bond.

Joetta received an angel as a gift.

Kenny's mother reminded him about the existence of "colored only" bathrooms in Birmingham to explain why Birmingham was not friendlier than their home town. This suggests that the racial segregation and discrimination in Birmingham made it difficult for people of color to feel welcome and accepted.

Poindexter is Byron's nickname for Kenny.

The answer is "She hated it and wanted Byron to be punished." This can be inferred from the statement "She thought he should go into town and show everyone." If Mrs. Watson thought Byron's "conk" looked great or if she had shaved him immediately, there would be no reason for her to suggest that he go into town and show everyone. Therefore, it can be concluded that she disliked his "conk" and wanted him to face consequences for it.

Kenny saw the trademark "Buster Brown" inside Joetta's shoe.

Kenny means that he believes Rufus and Cody wearing worn clothing will divert attention and teasing away from him, acting as a personal savior for him.

After killing the dove, Byron chose to bury it and placed a cross on top. This action suggests that he felt remorse for his actions and wanted to give the dove a proper burial as a sign of respect. By putting a cross on top, he may have also been symbolizing his acknowledgement of the wrong he had done and seeking forgiveness.

Kenny draws the conclusion that the two new boys will be his "savers" because they are dressed raggedy, talk "country", and are overly friendly. Kenny believes that these characteristics will make the boys new targets for bullies, and as a result, they will divert attention away from him and potentially protect him from being bullied.

The author includes misspelled words in the dialogue between characters to help readers "hear" the way the characters talk so the conversation is more realistic.

Grandma Sands is not described as shy because the question asks for a trait that does not describe her. The other traits, such as tiny, frail, and ancient, could potentially describe Grandma Sands, but shy does not fit her character.

Kenny walks quickly and quietly from the church because he sees the Wool Pooh.

The example of imagery in the given sentence describes a visual and auditory experience. The phrase "a million fingers pointed" creates a visual image of many people pointing at the new kids. The phrase "a million laughs almost knocked them over" creates an auditory image of the loud laughter. Therefore, the senses that best describe this example of imagery are sight and hearing.

The conflict between Kenny and Rufus is caused by Kenny laughing at Larry's joke about Rufus. This suggests that Kenny's laughter at the expense of Rufus is hurtful and disrespectful, leading to tension and conflict between the two.

Byron's early personality traits in Flint are described as conceited, arrogant, and mean. However, the answer "sensitive" is not one of his early personality traits. This suggests that Byron lacks sensitivity in his early character development in the novel.

The Wool Pooh symbolizes fear, evil, and death, but it does not symbolize rebirth. This means that the Wool Pooh does not represent a new beginning or a fresh start. Instead, it is associated with negative aspects such as fear, evil, and death.

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Kenny says, "If this was a movie there would be loud, scary organ music playing right now" because he believes that the surrounding mountains are very frightening. This statement implies that Kenny finds the mountains to be so intimidating that they would be portrayed as scary in a movie, with dramatic music to emphasize their ominous nature.

The best title for chapter five would be "Byron Gets Burned" because it suggests that something significant happens to Byron in this chapter. This title creates intrigue and implies that there may be a major event or conflict involving Byron that will be explored in this chapter.

Kenny concludes that Momma and Dad are most worried about him because he overhears them discussing his disappearances. This suggests that they have noticed his frequent absences and are concerned about his whereabouts. This information directly supports Kenny's conclusion that his parents are most worried about him.

The statement "Help! He's crying!" on page 13 is the best evidence to support why the family finally believed Kenny. This statement indicates that Byron is in distress and crying for help, which would be a clear sign that he is indeed stuck to the rearview mirror. The family would be more likely to believe Kenny's claim if they heard Byron crying and realized the seriousness of the situation.

Momma seems upset about Mr. Robert because he is not married to Grandma Sands. This suggests that Momma believes Mr. Robert should be married to Grandma Sands, possibly because she values traditional marriage or believes it would provide Grandma Sands with stability and support. Momma's upset may stem from a concern for Grandma Sands' well-being or a desire for her to have a committed partner.

The passage is an example of hyperbole because it exaggerates the idea that Byron is a god in comparison to Larry being the king. This statement is not meant to be taken literally, but rather emphasizes the extreme difference in status between the two characters.

Kenny feels ashamed because he believes that he should have fought the Wool Pooh like his brother Byron did. This suggests that Kenny feels inadequate and weak compared to his brother, as he believes that he should have been brave and courageous like Byron.

The passage describes Byron walking on the linoleum and sliding his feet on it. This suggests that linoleum is a type of floor covering that allows for smooth movement. Additionally, the passage mentions that Byron stood there looking down, implying that he found his shoes interesting because of the linoleum. Therefore, the correct answer is washable floor covering.

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In the given passage, Kenny realizes that Rufus and Cody were the only two kids in the whole school (other than Byron and Joey) that he didn't automatically look at sideways. This suggests that Kenny had a conflict with Rufus, which caused him to view him differently from the other kids at school. Therefore, the correct answer is Kenny versus Rufus.

The correct answer is "The warm air and the highway noise and the Brown Bomber's seat and the way Joey was breathing all pushed me back to sleep." This is personification because it gives human qualities (the ability to push someone) to non-human things (the warm air, the highway noise, the seat, and Joey's breathing).

Mr. Alums tells the class how "vital it is that one be able to read well" because he wants to emphasize the importance of literacy in a "hostile" world. This suggests that Mr. Alums believes that being able to read well is crucial for navigating and understanding the challenges and difficulties that exist in the world. By highlighting this, he is likely trying to motivate and encourage his students to prioritize their reading skills and recognize the value of being literate in order to succeed and thrive in the world around them.