I Survived the Great Chicago Fire

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What is the Great Chicago Fire?

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A major fire that occurred in Chicago in 1871, destroying a large part of the city.

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Who is Oscar in 'I Survived the Great Chicago Fire'?

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The main character who experiences the events of the Great Chicago Fire.

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What does it mean to be a policeman?

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A person who enforces the law and maintains public order.

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What is a gangster?

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A member of a criminal organization.

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What happened to Oscar at the train station?

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His luggage was stolen.

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What is the role of a painter?

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A person who paints buildings, houses, or other structures.

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What is the significance of the Palmer House Hotel in the story?

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It is a location where Oscar arrives and encounters important characters.

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What does it mean to get lost?

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To be unable to find one's way or to be in a place where one does not know how to return.

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Who is Mr. Morrow?

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A character in the story who buys lunch for Oscar and his friends.

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What does it mean to trick someone?

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To deceive someone into believing something that is not true.