Characters
Who is the main character and narrator of the story?
Kenny Watson
Where does the Watson family live at the beginning of the story?
Flint, Michigan
What does 'segregation' mean?
Separation of people based on race
What is one major theme of the book?
Family and love through hardships
Why does the family decide to go to Birmingham?
To help Byron change his behavior
Which character is known as the 'juvenile delinquent'?
Byron Watson
Where do the Watsons travel to during the story?
Birmingham, Alabama
What is the 'Ultra-Glide'?
A record player in the Brown Bomber
How does the book show the theme of growing up?
Kenny matures through challenges
Who do they stay with in Birmingham?
Grandma Sands
Who is the youngest member of the Watson family?
Joetta Watson
What is the family’s car called?
The Brown Bomber
What does 'Wool Pooh' symbolize?
Fear or death
What lesson does Byron learn by the end?
He learns to care and protect his family
What does Kenny see in the church?
Shoes of one of the bombing victims
Which family member moves to Birmingham with the family?
Grandma Sands
What tragic event occurs in Birmingham?
The church bombing
What movement is mentioned in the story?
The Civil Rights Movement
What event represents loss of innocence?
The church bombing
How does the family react after the bombing?
They grieve and comfort each other
Who is very protective of her children?
Wilona Watson
Who saves Kenny from drowning?
Byron Watson
What is a 'conk'?
A hairstyle Byron tries that straightens hair
What does the Watsons’ trip symbolize?
A journey toward understanding and healing
What lesson does Kenny learn from the trip?
The importance of family and love