The Castle on Hester Street

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Who is Moishe in the context of 'The Castle on Hester Street'?

Back

Moishe is the goat from grandfather's village.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the term 'immigrate' mean?

Back

To move to a country and live there.

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.2.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.1.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

Front

What is a key lesson learned from 'The Castle on Hester Street'?

Back

Family is valuable and all we need.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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What does the word 'arrived' mean?

Back

To get somewhere.

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CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

Why was grandpa not telling the truth in the story?

Back

He wanted Julie to hear a happier version of what happened.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

What is the significance of family in 'The Castle on Hester Street'?

Back

Family represents support, love, and the core of one's identity.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

Front

How does the story depict the immigrant experience?

Back

It illustrates the challenges and emotional journeys faced by immigrants.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What role does nostalgia play in the story?

Back

Nostalgia reflects the longing for the past and the memories of home.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What does the setting of Hester Street symbolize?

Back

Hester Street symbolizes the immigrant experience and the search for belonging.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.K.3

Front

How does the character of Julie contribute to the story's themes?

Back

Julie embodies the hope and dreams of the immigrant generation.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.5.2