Ashes of Roses (Chapters 1, 2 and 3)

Front

What year does the novel 'Ashes of Roses' take place?

Back

1911

Front

True or False: Roses describes the living quarters in steerage as extremely cramped, which helps the reader understand the setting.

Back

True

Front

What does 'bilge' refer to in the context of the line: 'Had we travelled all the way across the ocean only to be dumped like bilge into the harbor of New York'?

Back

Waste

Front

Who is Rose's 4-year-old sister?

Back

Bridget

Front

Which adjective does NOT describe Rose's journey to America?

Back

pleasant

Front

Define 'steerage' in the context of travel.

Back

Steerage refers to the lowest deck of a ship, where passengers pay the cheapest fare and often have limited space and amenities.

Front

What is the significance of the setting in 'Ashes of Roses'?

Back

The setting provides context for the characters' experiences and challenges during their journey to America.

Front

Explain the term 'immigration' as it relates to the story.

Back

Immigration refers to the process of moving to a new country to live, which is a central theme in 'Ashes of Roses'.

Front

What does the term 'cramped' mean in relation to living conditions?

Back

Cramped means having insufficient space, making it uncomfortable for people to move or live.

Front

Identify a theme present in the early chapters of 'Ashes of Roses'.

Back

A theme present is the struggle for a better life and the challenges faced by immigrants.