The Castle on Hester Street

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Where did Sol (Julie's Grandfather) live before coming to the United States?

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Sol lived in Russia before coming to the United States.

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What does the word 'arrived' mean?

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'Arrived' means to get somewhere.

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What does the word 'whispered' mean?

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'Whispered' means to speak softly.

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What does the word 'inspected' mean?

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'Inspected' means to look at closely.

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What does 'valuable' mean?

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'Valuable' means worth a lot.

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What is the main topic of 'The Castle on Hester Street'?

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The main topic is about the experiences of immigrants in America.

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What is an immigrant?

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An immigrant is a person who comes to live in a different country.

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What does the word 'community' mean?

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A community is a group of people living in the same area.

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What does 'tradition' mean?

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A tradition is a custom or belief passed down through generations.

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What does 'family' mean in the context of the story?

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Family refers to the people related to you, often living together.