The Castle on Hester Street

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What does the word 'arrived' mean?

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came to a place

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Where does the beginning of the story take place?

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Russia

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What does the word 'whispered' mean?

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spoke softly

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What does the word 'inspected' mean?

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looked at closely

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What does the word 'valuable' mean?

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worth lots of money

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What is a castle?

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A large building with strong walls, often where a king or queen lives.

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What is a street?

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A public road in a city or town.

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What does 'Hester Street' refer to?

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A specific street where events in the story take place.

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

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The importance of family and heritage.

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What does 'heritage' mean?

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The traditions, achievements, and beliefs that are part of a person's background.