Describe the significance of the storm that the characters face at sea.

It delays their journey but brings them closer together

It causes them to turn back to Cuba

It makes them lose all their supplies

It has no effect on their journey

How does Mahmoud’s decision to help another refugee family reflect the theme of empathy?

He shares his food and water with them

He competes with them for resources

Compare how the three main characters respond to danger in these chapters.

They each find ways to help their families and keep moving forward

They blame others for their problems

Why is the moment when Isabel’s boat engine fails important to the story’s development?

It forces the characters to work together and shows their determination

It causes a fight among the group

Using evidence from the text, analyze how Mahmoud’s experiences influence his understanding of what it means to be invisible.

He learns that being invisible can keep him safe, but also makes him feel powerless

He thinks being invisible is always bad

He ignores the idea of invisibility

Evaluate the impact of the choices made by Josef’s mother during the events on the St. Louis.

Her choices help keep the family together and show her strength

Her choices make things worse for everyone

She does not make any important choices

How does the author use the setting of the open sea to build tension in Isabel’s story?

By describing the dangers and uncertainty, making the reader feel the characters’ fear

By making the sea seem safe and calm

Predict how Mahmoud’s actions during the crossing might affect his family’s future.

His bravery and kindness may help his family find support and safety

His actions will have no effect

His actions will make things worse

Assess the role of hope in the decisions made by the characters in these chapters.

Hope motivates them to keep going despite challenges

How does the author show the importance of family through the events in these pages?

By showing characters risking everything for their loved ones

By ignoring family relationships

Analyze how the different journeys of Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud highlight the universal struggles of refugees.

Their stories show that refugees face danger, loss, and the need for courage, no matter where they come from

Their stories are completely different and unrelated

Only one character faces struggles

None of the characters struggle

What lesson do the characters learn about trust during their journeys in these chapters?

Trusting others can be risky, but it is often necessary for survival

Exploring Themes in Refugee

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English

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6th Grade

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Easy

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CCSS

RL.5.2, RL.4.3, RI.5.7

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What item does Mahmoud's family use to try to keep their belongings dry during their journey across the sea?

Plastic bags

Garbage bags

Suitcases

Cardboard boxes

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which character is separated from their family during the events in these pages?

Josef

Isabel

Mahmoud

Ruthie

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the boat Isabel and her family are traveling on?

El Norte

El Gato

El Castillo

El Botero

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the leader of the group on the St. Louis that tries to negotiate with the Cuban government?

Captain Schroeder

Josef's father

Officer Padron

Lito

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Isabel trade to get gasoline for the boat?

Her trumpet

Her shoes

Her food

Her necklace

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Mahmoud's family leave their car behind during their journey?

It runs out of gas

It is destroyed by bombs

It is stolen

They sell it for money

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain how the theme of sacrifice is shown through Isabel’s actions in these chapters.

She refuses to help her family

She gives up her trumpet to help her family escape

She hides from danger

She ignores her family’s needs

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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Exploring Themes in Refugee

20 questions

What item does Mahmoud's family use to try to keep their belongings dry during their journey across the sea?

Which character is separated from their family during the events in these pages?

What is the name of the boat Isabel and her family are traveling on?

Who is the leader of the group on the St. Louis that tries to negotiate with the Cuban government?

What does Isabel trade to get gasoline for the boat?

Why does Mahmoud's family leave their car behind during their journey?

Explain how the theme of sacrifice is shown through Isabel’s actions in these chapters.

Describe the significance of the storm that the characters face at sea.

How does Mahmoud’s decision to help another refugee family reflect the theme of empathy?

What does Josef’s willingness to take responsibility for his family show about his character?

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