Refugee Chapters 28-33

Front

What role do tourists play in Isabel's family's journey?

Back

Tourists help Isabel's family by giving them food, water, and medicine.

Front

Who intervened to save Josef's father after he jumped off the boat?

Back

A Cuban policeman saved Josef's father after he jumped off the boat.

Front

How would you describe Josef's mood in Chapter 28?

Back

Josef's mood in Chapter 28 can be described as nightmarish.

Front

What motivates Mahmoud to continue moving forward on their journey?

Back

Mahmoud decides to keep moving forward because he believes in a better future.

Front

How does the author remove Mama from the action in the story?

Back

The author takes Mama out of the action by causing her to fall asleep.

Front

What is the significance of food, water, and medicine for refugees?

Back

Food, water, and medicine are essential for survival and well-being during a refugee's journey.

Front

What does the term 'nightmarish' imply about a character's experience?

Back

The term 'nightmarish' implies that the character is experiencing extreme distress or fear.

Front

Why is it important for Mahmoud to believe in a better future?

Back

Believing in a better future provides hope and motivation to persevere through difficult circumstances.

Front

What can be inferred about the role of authority figures in the story?

Back

Authority figures, like the Cuban policeman, can play a crucial role in the safety and survival of refugees.

Front

How does the author use sleep as a narrative device?

Back

The author uses sleep to remove characters from immediate danger or action, creating tension in the story.