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What is the main focus of the book 'Out of the Dust'?
What is the main focus of the book 'Out of the Dust'?
- The dangers of dust storms on farms
- The impact of FDR's New Deal on farmers
- The struggles of a young girl in a rural farming community (correct)
- The importance of having a son in a family
What does Billie Jo's father think about having a daughter?
What does Billie Jo's father think about having a daughter?
- He wanted to have a son instead (correct)
- He wishes she was more like a son
- He loves her but treats her roughly
- He is proud to have a daughter
What event causes Billie Jo's mother to accidentally start a fire?
What event causes Billie Jo's mother to accidentally start a fire?
- Using a faulty stove
- Mistaking a pail of kerosene for water (correct)
- Pouring gasoline instead of kerosene
- Leaving something on the stove unattended
What is the purpose of FDR's New Deal?
What is the purpose of FDR's New Deal?
Why does Ma advise against taking a loan to plant wheat?
Why does Ma advise against taking a loan to plant wheat?