Refugee pgs 56-128

Front

What is a synonym for the word 'commotion'?

Back

excitement

Front

Why do Renata and Evelyne claim they are traveling alone?

Back

Their father is in Cuba and mother wanted to stay in Germany.

Front

What is the author's tone in the excerpt about leaving on a boat?

Back

foreboding - the feeling that something bad will happen.

Front

What type of figurative language is used in 'a sea of tents and electric poles'?

Back

metaphor.

Front

What did Isabel want most in America?

Back

for her family to stay together.

Front

Define 'refugee'.

Back

A person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster.

Front

What is the significance of family in the refugee experience?

Back

Family provides emotional support and a sense of belonging during difficult times.

Front

Explain the term 'displacement'.

Back

Displacement refers to the forced movement of people from their home or country.

Front

What challenges do refugees face when arriving in a new country?

Back

Language barriers, cultural differences, and legal obstacles.

Front

What role does hope play in the lives of refugees?

Back

Hope motivates refugees to persevere through hardships and seek a better future.