Ma
How old was Kaya when Ma leave the shack
Six years old
What event led to Pa’s physical injury and subsequent alcoholism?
World War ll
How many siblings does Kaya have?
5. Missy, Murph, Mandy and Jodie.
Why does Kya decide to trust and befriend Tate?
TATE WAS FRIENDS WITH JODIE
What type of business does Jumpin’ operate?
Gas and bait shop
What was Ma wearing when she leaves the house
Long brown skirt, wearing fake alligator shoes and carrying a blue suitcase
How does Pa initially react after the rest of his family leaves, leaving only Kya with him?
He stops drinking and tries to bond with Kya
In Chapter 4, what class is Kya put in when she goes to school?
2nd
Why does Tate's father, Scupper, believe poetry is important?
BECAUSE POETRY MAKES THE READER "FEEL SOMETHING"
Who is Jumpin’s wife, who also shows kindness to Kya?
Mabel
What is Ma’s full name
Julienne Maria Jacques
What event made Pa return back to alcohol?
A mysterious letter from Kya’s mother
Why does Kya leave her shack and live in an abandoned cabin for a period of time?
To avoid being detected by Social Services.
In Chapter 18, what does Tate give Kaya for Christmas?
a dictionary with natural objects hidden in the pages by their entries
How Kaya and Jumpin mate each other
Jumpin’ first meet when Kya’s father, Pa, introduces her to Jumpin’, an older Black man who runs a gas station and shop on the wharf.
How Ma used to treat her wounds
Ma used to soak wounds in salt water and pack them with mud mixed with all kinds of potions.
What did Pa teach Kaya?
To boat and fishing
Why does Kya agree to go to school?
MISS CULPEPPER PROMISES HER A FREE LUNCH, AND KYA IS STARVING
Where does Tate attend college?
Chapel Hill.
Why does Kya decide to buy exclusively from Jumpin'?
THE CASHIER IN TOWN WOULD LIKELY REPORT HER TO THE AUTHORITIES
What Ma meant by saying: “Go as far as you can—way out yonder where the crawdads sing.”
her mother would encourage her to explore the natural world.
this phrase symbolizes venturing into the wild, untamed areas of nature
What does Pa say about his family history?
He says that his family used to be wealthy.
In Chapter 1, what do Kya's sisters cook for supper?
Red beans and cornbread.
In Chapter 21, how many days does Kya wait before she gives up on Tate?
3 days
What did Kaya wanted to give Jumpin and Mabel to repay for their kindness
Two jars of raspberry jam