The Orphan of Ellis Island, by Elvira Woodruff, chapter 1 TEST

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What was wrong with Dominic's shoes?

Back

They were too small.

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What game did Dominic play at night while lying in bed?

Back

Imagining a perfect family.

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Whose initials were scratched on the key?

Back

His father's, Sal Cantori (S.C.).

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What happened to Dominic's parents?

Back

Both died when he was a baby.

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What was the most important thing that Dominic owned?

Back

A gold key that hung from a chain around his neck.

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What does it mean to be an orphan?

Back

A child whose parents are deceased.

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Why is family important to Dominic?

Back

He longs for a family since he lost his parents.

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What does the gold key symbolize for Dominic?

Back

It symbolizes his connection to his father and his past.

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What emotions might Dominic feel about his parents?

Back

Sadness, longing, and a desire for connection.

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How does Dominic cope with being an orphan?

Back

He imagines a perfect family and plays games in his mind.