Watsons Go to Birmingham Chapter 8

Front

What does it mean when someone 'explodes through the front door'?

Back

It means they opened the door with force and came through very quickly.

Front

What is personification?

Back

Personification is a literary device where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

Front

What surprise did Dad put in the car?

Back

A record player.

Front

Why does Dad hide his toothbrush?

Back

Because it is sometimes used to clean other things besides teeth.

Front

What does 'the stuff on TV' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

It most likely refers to violence and protests.

Front

What is an example of onomatopoeia?

Back

Words that imitate sounds, like 'buzz' or 'bang'.

Front

What is a metaphor?

Back

A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What does it mean to have 'ears jump'?

Back

It is an example of personification, suggesting that ears react to a sound.

Front

What is the significance of a record player in the story?

Back

It represents a connection to the past and family traditions.

Front

What does it mean to 'hide' something?

Back

To conceal it from view or knowledge.