Sadako & the Thousand Paper Cranes

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Who is Sadako?

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Sadako is a young girl who becomes ill after the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and is known for her story of hope and resilience.

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What does Sadako's mother say about her?

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Sadako's mother says that she had learned to run before she could walk, indicating that she was very active and ambitious.

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What happened to Sadako in the schoolyard?

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Sadako collapsed in the schoolyard, which led to her being taken to the hospital.

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What was Sadako's experience on her first day at the hospital?

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Sadako tried not to cry after realizing her parents would not be allowed to visit her during her hospital stay.

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What special wish did Sadako make on New Year’s Eve?

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Sadako wished that her dizzy spells would go away.

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What did Sadako see before she closed her eyes for the last time?

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She saw her hanging flock of birds rustling in a light autumn breeze.

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What is the significance of the paper cranes in Sadako's story?

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The paper cranes symbolize hope, peace, and the desire for healing.

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Who is Chizuko in relation to Sadako?

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Chizuko is Sadako's friend who supports her during her illness.

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What does Sadako's story teach us about resilience?

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Sadako's story teaches us about the strength of the human spirit and the importance of hope in difficult times.

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What illness did Sadako suffer from?

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Sadako suffered from leukemia, which was caused by radiation exposure from the atomic bomb.