The Watsons Go to Birmingham - Fishing Trip
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What reason does Mr. Robert give for warning the Watsons about Collier's Landing?

  • The water is too cold for swimming.
  • It is a popular fishing spot.
  • A little boy drowned there in a whirlpool. (correct)
  • There are dangerous animals in the area.
  • How does Kenny react to Byron's Wool Pooh story?

  • He becomes frightened and decides to leave.
  • He believes it and warns Joey about the danger.
  • He dismisses it as nonsense and chooses to go to Collier's Landing. (correct)
  • He is intrigued and wants to learn more.
  • What event causes Kenny to feel a sense of panic while in the water?

  • He realizes he has lost track of time.
  • The rocks slip from under his feet and he is caught in a whirlpool. (correct)
  • He can't find Byron or Joey nearby.
  • He sees a fish swimming past him.
  • What does Kenny begin to visualize as he struggles in the whirlpool?

    <p>The Wool Pooh pulling him down.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Byron's reaction upon rescuing Kenny from the water?

    <p>He is shaken, cries, and comforts Kenny.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Watson Family Fishing Trip

    • Mr. Robert warns the Watsons to avoid Collier's Landing due to a drowning incident.
    • Kenny ignores the warning, viewing it as an opportunity for a "Fantastic Adventure," despite Joey's reluctance and Byron's attempts to scare him with the "Wool Pooh" story.
    • The "Wool Pooh" is Byron's exaggerated interpretation of a whirlpool, which he claims is Winnie the Pooh's evil twin brother.
    • Kenny disregards the warning sign at Collier's Landing, believing it was placed by Joe Collier to deter swimmers.
    • While attempting to catch fish, Kenny loses his footing and gets caught in a whirlpool.
    • Kenny struggles against the current and believes he sees the "Wool Pooh" pulling him underwater.
    • He imagines Joey as an angel urging him to swim to the surface.
    • Byron rescues Kenny from the whirlpool.
    • Byron is shaken by the experience and shows genuine concern for Kenny.

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    This quiz covers the thrilling fishing trip of the Watson family, where young Kenny ignores warnings and faces danger in a whirlpool. Explore themes of adventure, sibling dynamics, and bravery as Byron ultimately comes to Kenny's rescue. Test your knowledge of this significant moment in the story.

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