Emperor Ch. 2 Quiz

What does the girl observe from the train window as they travel through Nevada?

Why do the passengers need to keep the shades down?

• To hide the route they are traveling

• To protect the people in the towns.

• To hide the people on the train.

• To protect the privacy of the passengers.

What happens when the shades are kept up in one city?

What do the mother’s interactions with her children reveal about her character and her perspective on their situation?

• • She is harsh and demanding.

• • She is detached and indifferent.

• • She is calm and determined to maintain stability.

• • She is overly optimistic and dismissive of reality.

How does the girl’s memory of Tanforan racetrack shape her perception of their current journey?

• • She recalls it fondly and wishes to return.

• • She sees it as a symbol of freedom.

• She associates it with happy family moments.

• • She remembers it as a place of shame and confinement.

How does the girl’s interaction with Ted Ishimoto illustrate her longing for normalcy and connection?

• • She tries to engage in casual conversation, seeking connection.

• • She criticizes him for his attitude.

• • She ignores him entirely.

• • She avoids him to stay focused on her family.

How does fear shape the behavior of the girl, her family, and the other passengers on the train?

• • It makes them loud and defiant.

• • It leads them to remain quiet and follow orders.

• • It causes them to plan an escape.

• • It inspires them to protest together.

In what ways does the train ride create a sense of historical memory for the girl and her family? How might this memory affect their understanding of freedom?

How does the girl’s interaction with her brother about the wild horses reflect her hope and his sense of confinement?

• • She sees the horses as scary, while he admires their strength.

• • She thinks the horses are a sign of good luck, but he feels indifferent.

• • She believes the horses symbolize freedom, while he reminds her they are fenced in.

• • She imagines riding the horses, while he refuses to think about them.

How does the author use sensory details to describe the train ride?

• • By describing the delicious food served on the train.

• • By emphasizing the heat, dust, and monotony of the ride.

• • By detailing the luxurious seating arrangements.

• By focusing on the lively conversations among passengers.