HW: Refugee chapters 40-42 questions

Front

What action does Isabel take to address the issue with the boat's engine?

Back

Isabel breaks the engine free with Amara and tosses it overboard.

Front

Why does Josef's mother put on makeup and wear a party dress on the St. Louis?

Back

Josef's mother puts on makeup and a party dress to participate in a dance at the hall.

Front

What prompts Isabel to realize that the boat is taking on more water?

Back

Isabel realizes the boat is taking on more water due to a malfunction in the engine.

Front

How does Mahmoud's mother respond to Mahmoud's apology for giving Hana away?

Back

Mahmoud's mother forgives him and reassures him that he saved Hana.

Front

Why does Josef's mother tell him about her brother Josef during the voyage?

Back

Josef's mother tells him about her brother to remind him of his heritage.

Front

What is the significance of the boat in Isabel's journey?

Back

The boat represents hope and the struggle for survival as Isabel and her family flee danger.

Front

How does the theme of family play a role in Mahmoud's story?

Back

Family is central to Mahmoud's story, highlighting the sacrifices made for loved ones during their journey.

Front

What does the St. Louis symbolize in Josef's narrative?

Back

The St. Louis symbolizes both refuge and the uncertainty of safety for Jewish refugees.

Front

How do the characters' actions reflect their desperation?

Back

The characters' actions, such as Isabel tossing the engine overboard, reflect their urgent need to survive.

Front

What role does memory play in Josef's mother's character development?

Back

Memory serves as a connection to the past and a source of strength for Josef's mother during their journey.