Questions and Answers
When does Cassie try to befriend Lillian Jean?
January
In Chapter 8, how many weeks until T.J. and Stacey have final exams?
2 weeks
When does Uncle Hammer leave and go back home?
New Year's Day
After Uncle Hammer goes home, where do Cassie and her papa talk about forgiveness?
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How long is Cassie Lillian Jean's slave?
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What place did Cassie achieve after the examinations?
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Who does Cassie see outside her classroom window when she is trying to put paper in the window to stop the draft?
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How many members of the school board come to observe Mrs. Logan's teaching?
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What subject is Mrs. Logan teaching when members of the school board come to observe her classroom?
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Where did Mrs. Logan go to high school and teacher training school?
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Who tells the Logan children that T.J. was responsible for getting their mother fired?
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What is T.J. doing when Stacey confronts him about his mother being fired as a teacher?
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Where do T.J. and Stacey land after Stacey confronts T.J. about his mother being fired?
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How old is T.J.?
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Draw back, as with fear or pain: ___
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Guards who watch over someone or something: ___
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Considered carefully; thought over: ___
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Walk in a slow, relaxed manner, without hurry or effort: ___
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Completely puzzled or confused: ___
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In a sad, gloomy manner: ___
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Ignored; deliberately avoided: ___
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Study Notes
Key Events and Characters
- Cassie attempts to befriend Lillian Jean, setting up a complex social dynamic.
- Two weeks remain until T.J. and Stacey face their final exams, adding academic pressure.
- Uncle Hammer departs on New Year's Day, marking a significant family moment.
- A discussion about forgiveness occurs in the forest after Uncle Hammer's departure, emphasizing family values.
Relationships and Conflicts
- Cassie's servitude to Lillian Jean lasts a month, highlighting themes of racism and oppression.
- Cassie achieves 1st place after examinations, showcasing her academic success despite challenges.
- Cassie spies Kaleb Wallace outside her classroom, symbolizing the watchful and oppressive societal forces.
School Dynamics
- Three school board members observe Mrs. Logan's teaching, indicating scrutiny of her educational methods.
- Mrs. Logan teaches a history lesson on slavery, a significant topic given the racial tensions of the time.
- Mrs. Logan's education took place in Jackson, reflecting her dedication to teaching despite obstacles.
Character Development
- Willie Wiggins informs the Logan children that T.J. was responsible for their mother's firing, revealing conflicts between characters.
- T.J. is swinging on an inner tube at the moment Stacey confronts him, illustrating casual yet charged interactions among peers.
- T.J. and Stacey land on an Azalea bush post-conflict, a metaphor for the fallout from their argument.
Descriptive Vocabulary
- T.J. is 14 years old, establishing his character within the adolescent age range.
- Key vocabulary introduced includes:
- "flinch": A reaction of withdrawal due to fear or pain.
- "sentinels": Refers to guards, representing vigilance.
- "pondered": Reflects on thoughtful consideration.
- "sauntered": Denotes a relaxed walking style.
- "bewildered": Describes a state of confusion.
- "morosely": Indicates a sad demeanor.
- "shunned": Describes being deliberately ignored, an important aspect of social interactions.
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Test your knowledge on key events and characters in Chapter 8 of 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry.' This quiz includes definitions and important moments, such as Cassie's relationships and significant happenings during New Year's. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the chapter.
