Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes

What is the legend of the thousand paper cranes?

• Your wish will come true if you fold 2000 cranes.

• if you fold a 1000 you will never get sick

• If you fold 1000, you can make a wish

• If you fold 1000 you will over come anything

What is the main theme of 'Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes'?

• Hope and perseverance

• War and peace

• Friendship and loyalty

• Love and sacrifice

Who is the author of 'Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes'?

• Eleanor Coerr

• Lois Lowry

• Katherine Paterson

• Beverly Cleary

What illness does Sadako suffer from in the story?

• Leukemia

• Tuberculosis

• Malaria

• Asthma

What cultural tradition is highlighted in 'Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes'?

• Origami

• Tea ceremony

• Calligraphy

• Kimono wearing

What does Sadako hope to achieve by folding a thousand paper cranes?

• To be cured of her illness

• To win a competition

• To travel the world

• To become famous

In which country is 'Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes' set?

• Japan

• China

• Korea

• Vietnam

What historical event is linked to Sadako's illness in the story?

• Atomic bombing of Hiroshima

• World War I

• Korean War

• Vietnam War

What is the significance of the paper crane in Japanese culture?

• Symbol of peace and hope

• Symbol of wealth

• Symbol of power

• Symbol of wisdom

How old is Sadako when she is diagnosed with her illness?

• 12 years old

• 10 years old

• 14 years old

• 16 years old