Salt to the Sea RC #7

On page 315, Heinz states “You’ll recognize her. Your feet will steer you in her direction.” What does this mean?

What is happening/happened to the boat?

Do you think Joana and Emilia should wait for instructions or get up to the top deck? Explain your reasoning.

1. On page 324, Florian states “People grabbed and clawed at my back. I leaned forward, trying to stay upright. And then I felt a pull on my shoulder. It was the strap on my pack. It snapped.” Do you think someone stole Florian’s pack?

How will having 9,000 people over the max capacity with only 12 lifeboats affect the survival rate?

Do you think Emilia and the baby will get out safe?

On page 331, Florian states "Some passengers dove off the ship rather than wait for a boat. Countless bodies bobbed in life vests in the water." What movie does this remind you of?

Why didn't Emilia get into the lifeboat with Florian, Joana, and her baby? Explain your reasoning.

Predict what will happen next in the story.

How would you feel watching the ocean swallow a massive ship like that?