Refugee Test Ch 1-18 A

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What does compassion mean in the context of the story?

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Compassion refers to the sympathetic concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others, as demonstrated by the captain allowing the portrait of Hitler to be taken down.

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How does the setting of the St. Louis ship influence the characters' emotions?

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The setting gives Josef’s family a sense of freedom despite their uncertainty, impacting their hope for safety.

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What can be inferred about Josef's feelings on the ship?

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Josef felt happy and childlike because he played and joked around with the other children.

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Why does the author include stories of different children from various times and places?

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To compare and contrast the different experiences of refugees.

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What does the quote about people breaking into the Havana Zoo illustrate?

Back

It illustrates the extreme hunger and desperation of people in Cuba during the shortage of food and supplies.

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What is the significance of the portrait of Hitler being taken down?

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It symbolizes a rejection of oppression and a small act of defiance against the regime.

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How does the author convey the theme of hope in the story?

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Through the characters' dreams of safety and freedom, despite the harsh realities they face.

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What role does childhood play in the experiences of the characters?

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Childhood innocence contrasts with the harsh realities of their situations, highlighting their vulnerability.

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What does the term 'refugee' mean?

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A refugee is a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster.

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How does the author use symbolism in the story?

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Symbolism is used to represent larger themes, such as freedom and oppression, through objects and actions.