Words on Fire Chapters 1-14

What is the setting of Words on Fire?

• Europe 1943

• Lithuania 1893

• USA 1800s

• Europe 1791

What was Audra's father's occupation?

• Shoe maker

• Store owner

• Magician

• Salesman

Which character traits describe Audra?

• Loud

• Curious

• Quiet

• Unassuming

What did Papa do when he heard the soldiers were arriving?

• Panicking

• Hiding his family members

• Running away

• Packing his traveling sack

Why didn't Audra's mom lave with her?

• Her foot got stuck

• She wanted to stay with Papa

• She was getting books

• She didn't want to go

Which point of view is this book written in?

• 1st person- Audra

• 3rd

• 1st person- Mama

• Omniscient

Why did the other kids surround Audra in the field?

• They wanted to turn her in

• They were hiding her

• They were looking for flowers

• They were playing a game

How does Audra feel about the book she was carrying?

• She realized the importance of books

• She was upset that this book had cost her her family

• She was relieved that she saved the book

• She was resentful that it was heavy

Which signpost is this?

"This was my parents' work, these books. I was surrounded by their secrets, their risks.

• Aha Moment

• Contrast and Contradiction

• Words of the Wise

• Again and Again

Which signpost is this?

"She found whatever she needed far too easily and addressed people by name."

• Aha Moment

• Contrast and Contradiction

• Words of the Wise

• Again and Again