Ground Zero Ch 6

Brandon
A Hole in the Wall

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What horror does Brandon imagine?

He sees himself sliding off the ledge and falling 89 stories to the ground.

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Brandon describes the wind as a living thing. What simile does he use?

He compares the wind to a cat playing with a toy.

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How do Brandon's feelings change about the NYPD helicopter?

At first, he was almost laughing for joy. They were going to rescue him. But then he realizes there is no way to save him. He cries, but he hopes they can save someone else. He does not give up.

Reshmina
The Apache

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What horror does Reshmina have nightmares about?

Like Brandon, Reshmina fears falling. Also like Brandon, she is in danger of falling to her death now.

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What simile does the author use when describing the Apache helicopter?

He says it is like an angry animal.

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What are the similarities between the chapters? Why do you think the author does this?