Out Of The Dust Novel Trivia Quiz!

When Billie Jo throws the pail outside, it hits Ma and she is burned.

The neighbors talk about how Billie Jo threw the bucket of kerosene after Ma's funeral. This suggests that this particular event made a strong impression on the neighbors and became a topic of conversation. It implies that Billie Jo's action was significant or impactful in some way, possibly causing shock or controversy among the neighbors.

The correct answer is "Sips of water through a rag." This answer suggests that Daddy feeds Ma by giving her small amounts of water through a rag. This could be because Ma is unable to drink water directly or needs assistance with drinking. The other options, such as orange juice, coffee, or ice cream, do not fit the context of the question and are not mentioned as ways Daddy feeds Ma.

Billie Jo's new baby brother is named Franklin.

Red poppies would grow on the graves of the war dead because they are often used as a symbol of remembrance for soldiers who have died in war. The red poppy became associated with war remembrance after the publication of the famous war poem "In Flanders Fields" by John McCrae, which describes the poppies growing among the graves in a war-torn field. The red poppy has since become a powerful symbol of honoring and remembering those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in war.

Ma was convinced to let Billie Jo play with Arley's band during the summer because Billie Jo would be getting paid for college. This suggests that Ma saw the opportunity as a way for Billie Jo to earn money for her education, which would be beneficial for her future.

Based on the fight between Ma and Daddy during "Give Up on Wheat," the text suggests that Ma is optimistic because she believes that giving up wheat will improve their health. On the other hand, Daddy is stubborn because he refuses to give up wheat and insists that it is unnecessary. This can be inferred from their conflicting viewpoints and the argument that ensues.

The quote "Try putting it in a pond, Bayard." does not provide the reader with sensory details because it does not describe any sensory experiences such as smell, taste, touch, or sound. It is a statement that suggests a course of action without any sensory descriptions.

Billie Jo likes to feel blossoms fall from the apple trees into her hair. Blossoms are the flowers of the apple tree, and their delicate and fragrant nature makes them enjoyable to experience. The falling blossoms create a beautiful and sensory experience for Billie Jo as they gently land in her hair.

In the story "Hope in a Drizzle," it is mentioned that ¼ inch of rain fell on the farm in July 1934. This amount of rain is considered to be a small quantity and would not have caused any significant damage to the farm.

Billie Jo's father fought in World War 1.

The phrase "Like the witch from 'Hansel and Gretel'" is considered an allusion because it references a well-known character from the fairy tale "Hansel and Gretel." The allusion helps to create a mental image and evoke associations with the witch's wickedness and the danger she poses.

Billie Jo sees rib-thin cattle on her way to the store. This suggests that the area she is traveling through is experiencing drought or lack of resources, causing the cattle to be thin and malnourished. This detail helps to paint a picture of the harsh and difficult conditions in the environment she is in.

Billie Jo enjoys traveling with company the most. This is evident from the statement where she mentions that she likes being a part of Arley's crowd and they also let her play the piano. This indicates that she enjoys the social aspect of being with a group of people while traveling, which includes playing the piano at concerts.

The correct answer, "It was too hard and fast," suggests that the rain in June of 1934 was intense and came down quickly. This could have caused problems such as flooding or damage to the surroundings. It implies that the rain was not a gentle or steady drizzle, but rather a heavy downpour that may have had negative effects on the environment or people's activities.

A bushel is equal to 9 gallons.