The Watson's Go To Birmingham - 1963

The Watson's Go To Birmingham - 1963
This book follows the life and times of an African American family's journey from Flint, MI to Birmingham, AL. After a tragic event they figure out how to cope with life's "curve-balls."

Friday, May 3, 2013

Chapters 11-15

Chapter 11:

1. Why is this chapter called “Bobo Brazil Meets the Sheik”?

Chapter 12:

1. Why is this chapter called, “That Dog Won’t Hunt No More”?
2. Besides the actually dog, what else is the title of the chapter referring to? Explain.

Chapter 13:

1. What does the dark figure that Kenny calls the Wool Pooh symbolize? Explain.

Chapter 14:

1. Why does the Wool Pooh show up in the church? What does it symbolize? Explain.

Chapter 15:
1. How does Byron change from the beginning of the book to the end?  Give text evidence.  
2.  Why do you think Kenny was really crying in the bathroom?

3. Explain Kenny’s conclusions about the Wool Pooh and magic powers.