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What is Momma's name?
What is Momma's name?
Wilona
What is Kenny's brother's name?
What is Kenny's brother's name?
Byron
Why does Momma cover her mouth when she laughs?
Why does Momma cover her mouth when she laughs?
She has a gap in her front teeth and she is embarrassed.
What happens to Byron's lips?
What happens to Byron's lips?
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Who is Buphead?
Who is Buphead?
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What does Kenny do that makes Byron proud?
What does Kenny do that makes Byron proud?
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Why is the Watson family huddled on the couch together in Chapter 1?
Why is the Watson family huddled on the couch together in Chapter 1?
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What is 'The Brown Bomber'?
What is 'The Brown Bomber'?
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How does Dad react to Byron being stuck? What does this reveal about his character?
How does Dad react to Byron being stuck? What does this reveal about his character?
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What grade is Kenny in?
What grade is Kenny in?
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What do we learn about Kenny's physical appearance?
What do we learn about Kenny's physical appearance?
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Generally, who prevents people from teasing Kenny in school?
Generally, who prevents people from teasing Kenny in school?
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Why does Kenny believe that the new kid is his 'personal saver'?
Why does Kenny believe that the new kid is his 'personal saver'?
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Where is Rufus from?
Where is Rufus from?
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What did Mama call Michigan?
What did Mama call Michigan?
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Where is Mama originally from?
Where is Mama originally from?
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What was Byron called since the age he turned 13?
What was Byron called since the age he turned 13?
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The narrator of the novel is __________.
The narrator of the novel is __________.
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Where was the setting of the story?
Where was the setting of the story?
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Who proposed to Mama at the same time?
Who proposed to Mama at the same time?
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Who did Dad call when the apartment was very cold?
Who did Dad call when the apartment was very cold?
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What is the name of the elementary school that the Watsons children attend?
What is the name of the elementary school that the Watsons children attend?
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Who was the king of kindergarten to fourth grade?
Who was the king of kindergarten to fourth grade?
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Why was Larry Dunn so much bigger and stronger than the other students?
Why was Larry Dunn so much bigger and stronger than the other students?
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Why did the teachers start treating Kenny different than the other kids?
Why did the teachers start treating Kenny different than the other kids?
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Who was in Mr. Alum's class when Miss Henry took Kenny in to read to the students?
Who was in Mr. Alum's class when Miss Henry took Kenny in to read to the students?
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What did Miss Henry do to make Kenny read a bit slower?
What did Miss Henry do to make Kenny read a bit slower?
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What is Kenny's favorite part about Rufus coming over to play Dinosaur Wars?
What is Kenny's favorite part about Rufus coming over to play Dinosaur Wars?
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What caused the 'radioactiveness' of the dinosaurs?
What caused the 'radioactiveness' of the dinosaurs?
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What game does Rufus start coming to Kenny's house to play?
What game does Rufus start coming to Kenny's house to play?
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During the Dinosaur Wars game, it's the Americans versus whom?
During the Dinosaur Wars game, it's the Americans versus whom?
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Study Notes
Character Information
- Momma's name is Wilona.
- Kenny's older brother is Byron, who has a reputation as the "god" of the school.
- Byron's friend is named Buphead.
- Rufus, a new kid from Arkansas, becomes Kenny's friend.
Family Dynamics and Relationships
- The Watson family huddles on the couch in extreme cold, highlighting their close bond.
- Dad finds humor in Byron's misadventures, revealing his silly and light-hearted nature.
- Mama hails from Birmingham, Alabama, and calls Michigan a "giant icebox."
Kenny's Background and Characteristics
- Kenny is in 4th grade and has a lazy eye, distinguishing his appearance.
- He feels protected from bullying due to Byron's intimidating status at school.
- Byron is known as a "Juvenile Delinquent" since he turned 13.
School Environment
- Kenny attends Clark Elementary, where he is recognized for his intelligence.
- Larry Dunn, a larger student who has failed multiple grades, dominates lower grades.
- Miss Henry, a teacher, encourages Kenny to read in front of the class, demonstrating her support for him.
Key Events and Interactions
- Byron gets his lips stuck to the side mirror of the family car, "The Brown Bomber."
- Kenny believes that Rufus is his "personal saver" because Rufus' oddness diverts attention from him.
- Kenny enjoys playing Dinosaur Wars with Rufus, appreciating that he doesn't steal his toys.
Cultural References and Themes
- The concept of "radioactiveness" in their game is linked to an atomic bomb, illustrating a playful engagement with real-world themes.
- The dynamic between Kenny and his peers reflects themes of friendship, protection, and the struggles of growing up.
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Test your knowledge of the characters and events in Chapters 1 to 3 of 'The Watsons Go to Birmingham'. These flashcards cover key characters and important details that set the stage for the story. Challenge yourself and see how well you remember this engaging narrative!
