illustrated close-up of Kenny Watson with fire in the background behind him

The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963

by Christopher Paul Curtis

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The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 Overview Quiz

How much do you know about this heartwarming tale about an African-American family in the midst of the Civil Rights Movement? Take The Watsons Go to Birmingham - 1963 Overview quiz from eNotes to find out! Contains ten questions about the Watson family and their journey.

  1. What did L.J. Jones frequently steal from Kenny?

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  2. Where is Momma's hometown?

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  3. Why does Rufus shun Kenny?

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  4. Who helps win Rufus's friendship back?

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  5. Where do the Watsons live at the beginning of the novel?

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  6. What is wrong with Kenny's vision?

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  7. What does Momma buy two of every winter for each child to get them through the winter?

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  8. Who is Moses Henderson?

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  9. Who narrates the novel?

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  10. Why is Kenny originally glad Rufus has come to his school?

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