Out of the Dust (pages 10-33)

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Who is the main character in 'Out of the Dust'?

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Billie Jo is the main character in 'Out of the Dust'.

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True or False: Livie (Billie Jo's friend) is able to find work.

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False. Livie is not able to find work.

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How does Billie Jo feel about her mother's response to her achievement tests?

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Billie Jo feels disappointed because her mother only says 'I knew you could' and she wishes for more encouragement.

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What instrument does Billie Jo enjoy playing?

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Billie Jo enjoys playing the piano.

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Where does Arley Wanderdale ask Billie Jo to play first?

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Arley Wanderdale asks Billie Jo to play at the Palace Theatre.

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What is the setting of 'Out of the Dust'?

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The setting is during the Dust Bowl in the 1930s in Oklahoma.

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What themes are explored in 'Out of the Dust'?

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Themes include resilience, loss, and the struggle for identity.

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What does Billie Jo's piano symbolize in the story?

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The piano symbolizes Billie Jo's passion, dreams, and her connection to her mother.

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How does the Dust Bowl affect Billie Jo's family?

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The Dust Bowl causes hardship, affecting their health, livelihood, and emotional well-being.

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What is Billie Jo's relationship with her father like?

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Billie Jo's relationship with her father is strained, especially after the loss of her mother.