The Watson's Go To Birminghan-1963 Chapters 1-8

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The Watsons Go To Birminghan-1963 Chapters 1-8 - Quiz

This quiz is for Mrs. Alt's 7th grade class by student Juneau Daggs. It includes vocabulary, figures of speech, and story questions with an exam at the end. Good Luck! (For Multiple choice, first letter is capital, and just put the word or to to answer the question. )

Questions and Answers

1.

Vocab: What does emulate mean?
- A.
  
  Try to be like someone else
- B.
  
  Put to death
- C.
  
  Produce or make
- D.
  
  Very funny
Correct Answer
A. Try to be like someone else

Explanation
Emulate means to try to be like someone else. It involves imitating or copying the behavior, actions, or qualities of another person in an attempt to be similar or equal to them in some way. Emulation often occurs when someone admires or respects another person and wants to achieve a similar level of success, skill, or character. It can involve imitating their style, mannerisms, or achievements in order to learn from them or to gain recognition or acceptance.

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2.

Vocab: What does thug mean?
- A.
  
  Not generous
- B.
  
  Full of tears
- C.
  
  Angry expression
- D.
  
  Gangsters
Correct Answer
D. Gangsters

Explanation
Thug refers to gangsters, individuals involved in criminal activities or organized crime. They are known for their violent and unlawful behavior. This term does not mean "not generous," "full of tears," or "angry expression."

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3.

Vocab: What does snitch mean?
- A.
  
  A voilent criminal
- B.
  
  A large number
- C.
  
  Someone who tells on others
- D.
  
  Not generous
Correct Answer
C. Someone who tells on others

Explanation
The word "snitch" refers to someone who tells on others. This means that a snitch is a person who reports or reveals information about someone else's wrongdoing or illegal activities to authorities or relevant parties.

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4.

Vocab: What does numb mean?
- A.
  
  Very low paid worker
- B.
  
  Speed
- C.
  
  Disease of warm blooded animals
- D.
  
  Not able to feel emotions
Correct Answer
D. Not able to feel emotions

Explanation
The word "numb" refers to the inability to feel emotions. It does not relate to a very low paid worker, speed, or a disease of warm-blooded animals. The term "numb" specifically describes a state of emotional insensitivity or lack of emotional response.

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5.

Vocab: What does punctual mean?
- A.
  
  Sad
- B.
  
  Faces
- C.
  
  Jazz or swing music
- D.
  
  On time
Correct Answer
D. On time

Explanation
Punctual means being on time.

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6.

Figures of speech: Simile is a comparison with like or as.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Simile is indeed a figure of speech that involves comparing two things using the words "like" or "as." It allows the speaker or writer to make a vivid comparison between two different concepts, objects, or ideas. By using similes, we can enhance our descriptions and engage the reader's imagination by creating visual and sensory connections. Therefore, the statement "Figures of speech: Simile is a comparison with like or as" is correct.

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7.

Figures of Speech: Metaphor is an obvious exaggeration.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
The statement "Metaphor is an obvious exaggeration" is incorrect. A metaphor is a figure of speech that compares two unrelated things, highlighting their similarities. It is not necessarily an exaggeration, but rather a way to make a descriptive or imaginative comparison. Metaphors can be subtle or obvious, depending on the context and the intention of the speaker or writer. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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8.

Figures of Speech: An example of personification is a talking chair.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Personification is a figure of speech where human characteristics are given to inanimate objects or animals. In this case, the chair is being described as "talking," which is a human characteristic. Therefore, it is an example of personification.

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9.

Figures of Speech: An example of onomatopeia is Choo-chika.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
This statement is true because "choo-chika" is an example of onomatopoeia. Onomatopoeia refers to words that imitate or suggest the sound that they describe. In this case, "choo-chika" is a sound that imitates a train whistle or a similar sound. Therefore, it is a clear example of onomatopoeia.

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10.

Figures of Speech: A metaphor is not a direct comparison.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
A metaphor is a figure of speech that directly compares two unrelated things without using "like" or "as". It is a form of direct comparison, making the statement "A metaphor is not a direct comparison" false.

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11.

Story: Kenny has a country friend named ________.

Correct Answer
Rufus

Explanation
The given correct answer for this question is "Rufus". This suggests that Kenny has a country friend named Rufus.

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12.

Story: What is the Watson's Momma's name?

Correct Answer
Wilona

Explanation
The correct answer is Wilona. This suggests that the name of Watson's mom is Wilona.

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13.

Story: Who are the Watsons planning on visitng?

Correct Answer
Grandma Sands

Explanation
The Watsons are planning on visiting Grandma Sands.

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14.

Story: Where does the above character live?

Correct Answer
Birminghan

Explanation
The character in the story lives in Birmingham.

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15.

Story: Who is telling the story of the Watsons?

Correct Answer
Kenny

Explanation
The correct answer is Kenny because he is mentioned as the one telling the story in the given information.

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16.

Write an essay on why Byron is being punished and say a time you've done something bad and got badly punished.
17.

BONUS: Who pulled the Air Freshener out of the bag in Chapter 8?
- A.
  
  Momma
- B.
  
  Rufus
- C.
  
  Kenny
- D.
  
  Joey
Correct Answer
D. Joey

Explanation
Joey pulled the Air Freshener out of the bag in Chapter 8.

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The Watson's Go To Birminghan-1963 Chapters 1-8

Vocab: What does emulate mean?

Vocab: What does thug mean?

Vocab: What does snitch mean?

Vocab: What does numb mean?

Vocab: What does punctual mean?

Figures of speech: Simile is a comparison with like or as.

Figures of Speech: Metaphor is an obvious exaggeration.

Figures of Speech: An example of personification is a talking chair.

Figures of Speech: An example of onomatopeia is Choo-chika.

Figures of Speech: A metaphor is not a direct comparison.

Story: Kenny has a country friend named ________.

Story: What is the Watson's Momma's name?

Story: Who are the Watsons planning on visitng?

Story: Where does the above character live?

Story: Who is telling the story of the Watsons?

Write an essay on why Byron is being punished and say a time you've done something bad and got badly punished.

BONUS: Who pulled the Air Freshener out of the bag in Chapter 8?