Don't You Know There's a War On

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Questions and Answers

What happened to Howie when he showed up at school?

He was sent home to change clothes

He was soaked and covered in coal dust (correct)

He was sent to the principal's office for being dirty

He got into trouble for being late

What did students do on rainy days during recess?

They went to the basement to eat lunch, play games, or run around (correct)

They stayed in the classroom

They went to the playground anyway

They went home early

Who was Mrs. Wolch?

The matron of the movies

The principal of the school

The teacher of Howie's class

The acting superintendent of the schools (correct)

Why was Miss Gossim in trouble?

She was expecting a baby and couldn't teach Signup and view all the answers

What did Howie want to do to help Miss Gossim?

Start a petition to keep her as a teacher Signup and view all the answers

Who was Mr. Teophilo?

The blind newsman Signup and view all the answers

Why did Howie go to Miss Gossim's apartment?

He was trying to escape an air raid Signup and view all the answers

What was the rule about letters in Howie's house?

Only his mom could open them Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence for Howie if he misses his math test?

His mom will ban him from going to the show Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about Mrs. Wolch's apartment?

It had a high ceiling and dark wood furniture Signup and view all the answers

What does Miss Gossim do when she greets the children in class?

She inspects their hands for cleanliness Signup and view all the answers

What role does Miss Gossim's husband play in the war?

He is a pilot in the Air Force Signup and view all the answers

What was the context of the story about Mrs. Wolch and the children?

A group of children visited Mrs. Wolch to talk about their teacher Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a letter that has been censored?

A Swiss-cheese letter Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of the star flag hanging on the wall in Mrs. Wolch's apartment?

It was a symbol of patriotism during wartime Signup and view all the answers

Which cartoons were popular on Saturdays during wartime?

Bugs Bunny, Donald Duck, Elmer Fudd, Tom and Jerry, Mickey Mouse, and Mighty Mouse Signup and view all the answers

What is the address of Mrs. Wolch's house?

172 Hicks Street Signup and view all the answers

Where will Miss Gossim go once she has been fired?

To her mother's house in Indiana Signup and view all the answers

What was the mood of the story about Mrs. Wolch and the children?

Comforting and reassuring Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the role of women like Mrs. Wolch during wartime?

They played a significant role in supporting the war effort Signup and view all the answers

What does Howie have to do when Miss Gossim is called to the principal's office?

Monitor the classroom Signup and view all the answers

What does Watkins tell Howie to say during the air raid?

Ward Sixteen is pretty perfect Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Miss Gossim's Class

Miss Gossim greets the children and checks their hands to ensure they are clean.
When called to the principal's office, she asks Howie to be the class monitor and keep the students reading from chapter 14 of their readers.

Characters' Information

Mrs. Wolch's address is 172 Hicks Street.
Miss Gossim's apartment number is 5-C.
Miss Gossim's husband flies P-38s in the Air Force.

Events and Incidents

During an air raid, Howie lies to a warden about where he lives and takes refuge in Miss Gossim's apartment.
Miss Gossim reveals to Howie that she is married, expecting a baby, and getting fired due to her pregnancy.

School Life

On rainy days, students have recess in the basement, where they eat lunch, play games, or run around.

Other Characters

Mrs. Wolch is the acting superintendent of schools.
Mr. Teophilo is the blind newsman.
The matron is in charge of the movies.

Howie's Life

In Howie's house, only his mom can open his letters.
He thanks Miss Gossim for rescuing him after he shows up at school soaking wet and covered in coal dust.