Character Change in Out of the Dust Quiz

At the beginning of the story, how would you describe Billie Jo’s personality?

• Carefree and joyful

• Angry and rebellious

• Hopeful but struggling

• Indifferent and quiet

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What event in the early pages most deeply affects Billie Jo’s character?

• The Dust Bowl’s impact on her town

• The death of her mother

• Moving to a new school

• Winning a piano contest

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How does Billie Jo’s injury influence her character development?

• It makes her give up on her dreams

• It causes her to become more determined and reflective

• It has no effect on her

• It makes her angry at everyone

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What role does music play in Billie Jo’s emotional growth?

• It frustrates her because she can’t play well

• It becomes an outlet for her feelings and hope

• It isolates her from others

• It is unimportant in her life

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How does Billie Jo’s attitude toward her community evolve?

• She becomes more connected and caring

• She becomes resentful and isolated

• She ignores the community completely

• She only focuses on herself

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What internal struggle does Billie Jo face throughout these pages?

• Deciding whether to leave home

• Coping with guilt and loss

• Choosing between friends

• Finding a new hobby

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How does the harsh environment of the Dust Bowl shape Billie Jo’s character?

• It makes her stronger and more resilient

• It causes her to lose hope

• It has no effect on her personality

• It makes her want to escape immediately

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How does Billie Jo’s relationship with her mother before her death affect her?

• It causes guilt and sadness that she must work through

• It is full of conflict and anger

• It is distant and unimportant

• It is joyful and carefree

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How does Billie Jo’s perspective on her future change in this section?

• She becomes more hopeful and determined

• She feels hopeless and unsure

• She decides to move away

• She has no thoughts about the future

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Which of the following best describes Billie Jo’s emotional transformation?

• From sorrow and anger to acceptance and strength

• From happiness to jealousy

• From confidence to fear

• From kindness to selfishness

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