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What does Byron suggest about the Wool Pooh?
How does Kenny feel about his decision to leave Joey behind?
What perspective does Byron have on fairness?
What does Kenny ultimately decide helps him feel better?
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What does Kenny acknowledge about his relationship with Byron?
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What incident were Kenny's parents most worried about?
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What does Byron call the area behind the couch?
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How does Kenny cope with his experiences related to the church bombing?
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What do Kenny's parents think about his daily disappearances?
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What does Byron show Kenny to distract him from his sadness?
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How did Kenny feel after admitting he went to the church?
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What reasoning does Byron give for why some people hurt others?
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What did Grandma Sands tell the Watsons about the church bombing?
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Study Notes
The Watsons' Return to Flint
- The Watson family has been back in Flint for several weeks.
- Kenny's parents still talk about the bombing in Birmingham, but not in front of the children.
- The bombing killed four young girls and injured many others.
- Kenny's parents are worried about him, not realizing he witnessed the bombing at the church.
- Kenny has been hiding behind the couch for hours each day, believing it holds magic powers that can make him feel better.
- Byron, Kenny's older brother, has been keeping Kenny company and trying to distract him.
The Wool Pooh and the Bombing
- Kenny believes in the "Wool Pooh," a creature he believes saved him from drowning.
- Kenny feels ashamed of himself for leaving the "Wool Pooh" with Joey during the bombing, feeling like he should have fought for her.
- Byron tries to convince Kenny that the "Wool Pooh" doesn't exist and that it's time to face the world.
- Kenny learns that the real "magic powers" lie in the love and care of his family.
Conclusion
- Kenny realizes that his family's love is the real magic power, making him feel better.
- He emerges from behind the couch and is ready to face the world.
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Description
Explore the challenges faced by the Watson family as they return to Flint, dealing with the aftermath of the Birmingham bombing. Kenny struggles with his experiences and the myths he clings to, while Byron offers support. This quiz delves into themes of family, trauma, and resilience.
