Out of the Dust - Winter & Spring 1935

Front

What event was happening at the Joyce City Hardware and Furniture Company on a Sunday afternoon?

Back

People were listening to Mad Dog Craddock sing in Amarillo.

Front

How did Miss Freeland react when Billie Jo played the piano at graduation?

Back

She started to cry.

Front

What filled up when the rain poured down?

Back

Billie Jo's father's near finished pond.

Front

Who is the boy Billie Jo thinks about in the chapter 'Heartsick'?

Back

Mad Dog Craddock.

Front

What does Billie Jo's reaction about the baby reveal about her feelings?

Back

She still mourns the loss of her brother.

Front

What is the significance of music in 'Out of the Dust'?

Back

Music serves as a form of expression and emotional release for characters.

Front

How does the weather impact the lives of the characters in 'Out of the Dust'?

Back

The weather, particularly dust storms and rain, affects their daily lives and emotional states.

Front

What role does Billie Jo's piano playing play in her character development?

Back

It represents her passion and serves as a coping mechanism for her grief.

Front

What does the character of Mad Dog Craddock symbolize in the story?

Back

He symbolizes hope and the possibility of a brighter future.

Front

How does Billie Jo's relationship with her father evolve throughout the story?

Back

Their relationship becomes strained due to grief but gradually moves towards understanding.