Refugee Chapters 1-9

Front

What country is Mahmoud from?

Back

Syria

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Front

In what year does Isabel's story occur?

Back

1994

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What is the name of Mahmoud's younger brother?

Back

Waleed

Front

Who is the dictator of Cuba at this time?

Back

Fidel Castro

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

Mahmoud is of what faith and religion?

Back

Muslim

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

Front

What is a refugee?

Back

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

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What challenges do refugees often face?

Back

Refugees often face challenges such as lack of shelter, food, safety, and access to education and healthcare.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What is the significance of the year 1994 in Isabel's story?

Back

It is the year when Isabel's family attempts to escape Cuba.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What does the term 'dictator' mean?

Back

A ruler with total power over a country, typically one who has obtained power by force.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

Front

What is the main theme of the book 'Refugee'?

Back

The main theme is the struggle for safety and the search for a better life.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2