Plot
Why is Byron getting sent to Grandma Sands?
Momma and Dad can't seem to discipline Byron from all the actions he's done, so they think Grandma Sands can.
Who is the character that bests fits this description? Young, Gullible, Loving, Religious, Whiny.
Joetta.
What city and state do the Watsons live in?
Flint, Michigan.
What is theme of the entire book? (Hint: What was going on around this time?)
Racial Segregation is horrible but it exists.
What does tolerate mean?
To put up with.
What was the cause and effect of Byron's hair?
He straightened it with chemicals so he got his whole head shaved.
Who said this? "Blow your nose. Wash your face. You been behind that couch long enough. It's 'bout time you cut this mess out. Momma and Dad beginning to think your little behind is seriously on the blink. Today you check out of the World-Famous Watson Pet Hospital."
Byron.
Where does the story take place for most of the summer chapters.
Birmingham, Alabama.
What is the theme of the Watson's?
Family.
What does it mean to have a conscience?
To have a sense of right and wrong.
What does Dad try to do when driving to Birmingham?
He tried to drive non stop to Birmingham.
Who is Rufus's brother?
Cody Fry.
Where does the story take place for most of winter/spring chapters?
The school.
What is the mood like when Kenny is in the World-Famous Watson Pet Hospital.
Sad and disappointing.
What does it mean to eavesdrop?
To listen secretly.
Why was Kenny talking weirdly to Joetta after the bombing?
Kenny thought Joetta was dead.
How has Byron changed from chapter 1 to chapter 15?
He's changed for the better. He is now kind and caring but still has a big ego.
What did the church look like after the bombing?
Everything was covered in "red paint", people were wandering through the thick smoke, and rubble was everywhere.
What is the mood when Kenny thinks Joetta is dead?
Sad and confusing.
What is the meaning of grapevine?
Information spread from person to person.
What happened to Kenny that traumatized him?
He nearly drowned in Collier's Landing.
Momma layers her children with jackets and clothing. What does this say about her character?
She is over-protective.
What was the name of the church that was bombed?
16th Street Baptist Church.
What is the mood like when Kenny is drowning?
Terrifying and suspenseful.
What does it mean to get accustomed?
To get used to.