Once (Book) - GR - Page 1 - 10

Open Ended

How do you think the narrator feels upon finding the whole carrot in his soup, and why?

Multiple Choice

Why does the narrator consider giving his soup to Dodie?

• Because Dodie is hungry and his parents died when he was young

• Because Dodie is his best friend

• Because Dodie is sick

• Because Dodie asked for it

Multiple Choice

What does the narrator do to try to help Dodie during the bath selection?

• He asks Mother Minka to let Dodie go first because Dodie wants to be a doctor

• He gives Dodie his place in the queue

• He distracts the other boys so Dodie can sneak in

• He tells Mother Minka Dodie is sick

Fill in the Blanks

The narrator holds on to his

as a way to feel connected to his parents.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are ways the narrator tries to reassure himself that his parents will return?

• Reminding himself of their promises

• Watching the sunrise

• Holding his notebook

• Talking to Dodie

Open Ended

Why is Jankiel hiding in the toilet, and what does the narrator do to try to help him?

Multiple Choice

Why do you think the story about Jankiel's parents had such an impact on the other children in the toilets?

• Because it was a sad and dramatic story that made them feel sympathy

• Because it distracted them from the torture squad

• Because it was a funny story

• Because it made them want to leave the toilets

Open Ended

How does the burning of books in the courtyard affect the narrator and the other characters?

Open Ended

Reflecting on Felix's experience with the carrot, what do you think this story tells us about hope and family in difficult times?