Refugee Chapters 19-21

Front

Why did Mahmoud's mom hug him in the car?

Back

She's proud of him.

Front

Who falls in the water from Isabel's boat?

Back

Senor Castillo.

Front

Why did Josef's father finally leave the cabin?

Back

He wanted to attend a funeral.

Front

What is the name of the concentration camp where Josef's father had been kept?

Back

Dachau.

Front

At the end of the chapter, is there a boat ready for Mahmoud's family?

Back

True.

Front

What does the term 'refugee' mean?

Back

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

Front

What is the significance of the boat in Isabel's story?

Back

It represents hope and the journey to safety.

Front

How does Mahmoud's family demonstrate resilience?

Back

They continue to seek safety despite numerous challenges.

Front

What role does family play in the stories of the refugees?

Back

Family provides support and motivation to endure hardships.

Front

What historical context is important for understanding Josef's story?

Back

The story is set during the Holocaust, highlighting the persecution of Jews.