Joseph's Journey and Funeral Reflections

In 1939, Joseph and his family are on a ship in the Atlantic Ocean, fleeing from Germany. Joseph's father, Aaron, is paranoid about being returned to Germany, but Joseph explains they are slowing for a funeral at sea. Joseph recalls witnessing the death of Professor Weiler, who died of cancer. Despite his condition, Joseph's father insists on attending the funeral, recalling his time in Dachau. During the ceremony, a Nazi officer attempts to cover the body with a Nazi flag, but the captain intervenes. The funeral proceeds, and Joseph and his father reflect on their journey as the ship resumes its course to Cuba.

Where is Joseph's family traveling from?

• Cuba

• France

• Germany

• Italy

What is Aaron Landau's main fear on the ship?

• Being attacked by pirates

• The ship sinking

• Being taken back to Germany

• Running out of food

Why does Joseph tell his father they are slowing down?

• To refuel

• To avoid a storm

• For a funeral at sea

• To pick up more passengers

Who passed away on the ship, prompting the funeral?

• A young child

• Joseph's mother

• Professor Viola

• A crew member

Why is Joseph's father determined to attend the funeral?

• He knew Professor Viola

• He wants to escape the ship

• He wants to confront the Nazis

• He saw many die without funerals at Dachau

What does Otto Shinedick insist on using during the funeral?

• A German anthem

• A Nazi flag

• A military salute

• A cannon salute

How does Captain Schroeder respond to Shinedick's demand?

• He agrees with Shinedick

• He ignores Shinedick

• He orders Shinedick to leave

• He asks for a compromise

What does Joseph reflect on after the funeral?

• His father's past in Dachau

• The beauty of the ocean

• The speed of the ship

• The kindness of the crew