Paradise Called Texas Chapter 4

What is the main idea of page 23?

• A. Papa and Mama were being torn away from Mina.

• B. Mina and her family said good-bye to Germany and began to think of Texas.

• C. Mina asked, “Papa, are you thinking about Opa?” She knew that they would all miss Opa. She was very sad.

• D. Papa was very happy about getting to leave Germany.

What is the best summary of page 26?

• A. In the morning, after the storm, Mina’s family cleaned up and enjoyed the beautiful weather.

• B. Papa fussed at Mina for being scared during the storm.

• C. Papa said, “Minchen, stay in bed for a while and you will feel better.” Then he and Mina looked for the lost pot.

• D. Mina tried to dry out her wet shoes and dress by hanging them on the deck while her family enjoyed the warm, clear weather

What happened during the storm?

• A. Many people died when the waves washed over the side of the ship.

• B. Mina was thrown off the ship an was bobbing around in the dark water, trying to keep her head up. Her father dived in and rescued her.

• C. Mina was not afraid of the storm because her father and mother were there. Her father said a prayer, asking God to help them.

• D. A violent storm threw the ship around in the ocean and frightened Mina who wanted to go back home. After her father said a prayer, she felt more courageous.

Which of the following is the best summary of pages 20 and 21?

• A. When Mina opened her eyes, she realized that her bed was rocking back and forth. She saw light coming through the rough cracks in the ceiling. Now she remembered where she was. She woke up her parents.

• B. Mina said, “Papa, Mama, get up! The ship is about to leave.” Captain Libben told the sailors to loose the topsails. Then they left.

• C. The captain seemed strong, looking aloft with his hands behind his back. He was muscular with a gray beard and mustache. The sailors followed his direction as they unfurled the sails and got the ship moving away from port.

• D. After spending the night on the Margaretha, Mina awakened her mother and father, and they all went up onto the deck to watch as their ship left the harbor. Mina and her family were filled with excitement.