I Survived Hurricane Katrina

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What is Hurricane Katrina?

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Hurricane Katrina was a powerful and deadly hurricane that struck the Gulf Coast of the United States in August 2005.

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What is a levee?

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A levee is a barrier built to prevent the overflow of water from rivers or lakes.

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What happened when the levee broke during Hurricane Katrina?

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When the levee broke, it caused water to flood into neighborhoods, leading to widespread destruction.

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What is the Superdome?

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The Superdome is a large sports stadium in New Orleans that served as a shelter during Hurricane Katrina.

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What does it mean to evacuate?

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To evacuate means to leave a place for safety, especially during a disaster.

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Why did Barry and his family leave New Orleans?

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Barry and his family left New Orleans to escape the danger of Hurricane Katrina.

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What is the significance of New York City in the story?

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New York City is where Barry and his family ended up living after fleeing from Hurricane Katrina.

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What does it mean to be courageous?

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To be courageous means to face fear or danger bravely.

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Who is Cruz in the story?

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Cruz is a character that Barry and Jay are afraid of because of stories told about him.

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What is the Industrial Canal?

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The Industrial Canal is a waterway in New Orleans that was affected by Hurricane Katrina.