Amos & Boris

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What happened to Boris many years later during a hurricane?

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Boris was 'flung ashore by a tidal wave and stranded' on land.

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What actually causes Amos to fall off the boat?

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Amos fell off the boat because he was distracted, 'overwhelmed by the beauty and mystery of everything...'.

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What did Amos wonder about often?

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He wondered about faraway places on the other side of the water.

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What did Amos call his ship?

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A Rodent.

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Where was Boris headed when he came across Amos floating in the ocean?

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Boris was headed to the Ivory Coast of Africa 'to attend a meeting of whales from all the seven seas.'

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What is the main theme of 'Amos & Boris'?

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The theme explores friendship, adventure, and the connection between different worlds.

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Who are the main characters in 'Amos & Boris'?

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Amos, a mouse, and Boris, a whale.

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What does Amos represent in the story?

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Amos represents curiosity and the desire for adventure.

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What does Boris represent in the story?

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Boris represents wisdom and the vastness of the ocean.

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How does the story illustrate the concept of friendship?

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The story shows how two very different characters can form a strong bond and help each other.