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Why does Byron think that the family is on welfare?
Because Mama tells him to just sign for groceries, leading Byron to think they are on welfare.
Why is Kenny afraid that the family is on welfare?
He fears he would get teased and be embarrassed.
Why do you think Byron was in such a good mood on the walk home from the store?
Byron might have been happy because they figured out a way to get free food.
Why does Kenny claim he can't tell on Byron for signing for the cookies?
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How did Byron ruin the perfect day?
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What is Byron's reaction to the bird he killed?
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What does his reaction reveal about his character?
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Does Kenny think he understands Byron by the end of the chapter?
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Study Notes
Byron's Welfare Assumption
- Byron questions the family's financial status, believing they are on welfare after being sent to shop for groceries and instructed to sign for them.
Kenny's Fear of Teasing
- Kenny fears social ridicule if the family were on welfare, leading to feelings of embarrassment and anxiety about his peers' reactions.
Byron's Good Mood
- Byron's positivity on the walk home may stem from the thrill of receiving free food, showcasing his clever and opportunistic character.
Loyalty and Secrecy
- Kenny feels unable to report Byron for signing for cookies, as Byron's assertion of sharing the cookies creates a bond that prevents him from being a snitch.
Incident with the Mourning Dove
- Byron's enjoyment of the day is shattered when he throws cookies at a mourning dove, resulting in the bird's fall, leaving uncertainty about its fate.
Byron's Emotional Reaction
- Upon realizing the impact of his actions on the bird, Byron exhibits vulnerability by crying and showing distress, contradicting his tough persona. He honors the bird by burying it with a makeshift grave.
Insight into Byron's Character
- Byron's reaction highlights his humanity and emotional depth, revealing a contrast between his tough exterior and genuine feelings of remorse and shame for his cruelty.
Kenny's Growing Understanding
- By the chapter's end, Kenny recognizes a more complex side of Byron, understanding the difference between bullying other children and the deeper emotional response to taking a life, merging sympathy with his perceptions of his brother.
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Description
Explore the key concepts and vocabulary from Chapter 6 of 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963'. This quiz focuses on Byron and Kenny's perspectives regarding their family's financial situation. Test your understanding of the text and the characters' feelings about welfare.
