Refugee by Tom Gratz: Exploring the Theme

What is the main theme of Refugee by Alan Gratz?

• Struggle for survival and resilience of the human spirit

• Love and romance

• Adventure and exploration

• Comedy and humor

How does the theme of survival play out in the novel Refugee?

• The characters in the novel never face any real danger or challenges

• The theme of survival is not present in the novel Refugee

• Through the experiences of the three main characters as they flee their home countries and face various challenges and dangers in their quest for safety.

• The theme of survival is only briefly mentioned in the novel Refugee

Discuss the theme of hope in Refugee and provide examples from the text.

• The theme of hope in Refugee is about giving up and accepting defeat

• The theme of hope in Refugee is not important to the overall story

• The theme of hope in Refugee is evident through the characters' resilience and determination to survive despite the challenges they face.

• The theme of hope in Refugee is only portrayed through the characters' pessimism

Explain how the theme of empathy is portrayed in Refugee.

• The theme of empathy is portrayed through the characters' selfishness and indifference towards others.

• The theme of empathy is portrayed through the characters' lack of understanding and concern for others.

• The theme of empathy is not portrayed at all in Refugee.

• The theme of empathy is portrayed through the characters' ability to understand and share the feelings of others, especially those who are suffering or in difficult situations.

In what ways does the theme of resilience manifest in the story?

• Resilience is only shown by one character in the story, not by multiple characters

• The theme of resilience manifests through the characters' ability to overcome challenges and keep moving forward.

• The characters in the story give up easily and do not show any resilience

• The theme of resilience is not present in the story at all

What is the author trying to convey through the theme of displacement in Refugee?

• The author is trying to convey the challenges and hardships faced by refugees as they are forced to leave their homes and seek safety in unfamiliar places.

• The author is trying to convey that displacement has no impact on refugees

• The author is trying to convey that displacement is a minor inconvenience for refugees

• The author is trying to convey the benefits of displacement for refugees

Discuss is the idea of family significant to the development of theme in the novel Refugee.

• Through the exploration of the importance of individualism and self-reliance

• Through the exploration of struggles, sacrifices, and resilience of families facing adversity.

• The novel Refugee does not explore the significance of family at all

• Family in Refugee is portrayed as a source of weakness and loss to the characters

How does the idea of courage influence theme through the characters actions in Refugee?

• Courage influences the characters by showing how they face and overcome difficult and dangerous situations throughout the novel.

• Courage causes the characters to run away from their problems in order to survive

• Courage has no impact on the themes in Refugee

• Courage makes the characters weak and unable to face their challenges

Examine the theme of identity and belonging in the book Refugee.

• Identity and belonging

• War and peace

• Adventure and mystery

• Love and betrayal

What lessons can be learned from the theme of humanity in Refugee?

• Lessons about the theme of humanity in Refugee include selfishness, indifference, and ignorance.

• There are no lessons to be learned from the theme of humanity in Refugee.

• The theme of humanity in Refugee teaches us about the importance of material possessions and wealth.

• The lessons that can be learned from the theme of humanity in Refugee include empathy, compassion, resilience, and the impact of war and conflict on individuals and families.