Chapter 8
What does Kenny want dad to put on his face?
Shaving Cream
Why does Kenny think Rufus is his "personal saver"?
Because he thought the new kid would be easier to bully.
What is theme
Overall message of the story
The narrator of the novel is
Kenny
Who is Byron`s best friend?
Buphead
What is the reason the Watsons go to Birmingham?
Byron is going to live with his grandma.
What are the two things that people make fun of Rufus for?
The way he talks and his clothes.
This theme relates to race.
Racism
What causes conflict between Kenny and Rufus?
Kenny laughs at Larry's jokes
What did Byron get his lip stuck on?
Brown Bomber
What does Dad call Joetta?
Punkin
What grade is Kenny, the narrator, in?
4th grade
This theme relates to the Byron, Kenny, Joey, Wilona, and Daniel as a whole
Family
The chapter is called "The Ultra Glide" because....
the smooth record player in the car.
What does it mean when Byron says, "Give my regards to Clark, Poindexter"?
Byron is skipping school
This theme relates to characters like Kenny and Byron who are experiencing mature situations as they get older.
Coming of Age
What is Kenny Watson really good at doing?
Reading
With whom is Byron going to live?
Grandma Sands
"Your grandma tells me it's quiet in our old neighborhood, she says that that stuff on TV isn't happening around her."
The "stuff on TV" most likely refers to:
Violence and protests during the civil rights movement.
How much money did Kenny find on the playground?
$1.00
When is theme developed?
Throughout the story
What is Kenny favorite song?
Yakety Yak
What does Larry give to other kids?
Maytag Washes