Refugee by Tom Gratz: Exploring the Theme

What is the main theme of Refugee by Alan Gratz?

• Struggle for survival and resilience of the human spirit

• Love and romance

• Adventure and exploration

• Comedy and humor

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How does the theme of survival play out in the novel Refugee?

• The characters in the novel never face any real danger or challenges

• The theme of survival is not present in the novel Refugee

• Through the experiences of the three main characters as they flee their home countries and face various challenges and dangers in their quest for safety.

• The theme of survival is only briefly mentioned in the novel Refugee

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Discuss the theme of hope in Refugee and provide examples from the text.

• The theme of hope in Refugee is about giving up and accepting defeat

• The theme of hope in Refugee is not important to the overall story

• The theme of hope in Refugee is evident through the characters' resilience and determination to survive despite the challenges they face.

• The theme of hope in Refugee is only portrayed through the characters' pessimism

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Explain how the theme of empathy is portrayed in Refugee.

• The theme of empathy is portrayed through the characters' selfishness and indifference towards others.

• The theme of empathy is portrayed through the characters' lack of understanding and concern for others.

• The theme of empathy is not portrayed at all in Refugee.

• The theme of empathy is portrayed through the characters' ability to understand and share the feelings of others, especially those who are suffering or in difficult situations.

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In what ways does the theme of resilience manifest in the story?

• Resilience is only shown by one character in the story, not by multiple characters

• The theme of resilience manifests through the characters' ability to overcome challenges and keep moving forward.

• The characters in the story give up easily and do not show any resilience

• The theme of resilience is not present in the story at all

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What is the author trying to convey through the theme of displacement in Refugee?

• The author is trying to convey the challenges and hardships faced by refugees as they are forced to leave their homes and seek safety in unfamiliar places.

• The author is trying to convey that displacement has no impact on refugees

• The author is trying to convey that displacement is a minor inconvenience for refugees

• The author is trying to convey the benefits of displacement for refugees

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Discuss is the idea of family significant to the development of theme in the novel Refugee.

• Through the exploration of the importance of individualism and self-reliance

• Through the exploration of struggles, sacrifices, and resilience of families facing adversity.

• The novel Refugee does not explore the significance of family at all

• Family in Refugee is portrayed as a source of weakness and loss to the characters

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How does the idea of courage influence theme through the characters actions in Refugee?

• Courage influences the characters by showing how they face and overcome difficult and dangerous situations throughout the novel.

• Courage causes the characters to run away from their problems in order to survive

• Courage has no impact on the themes in Refugee

• Courage makes the characters weak and unable to face their challenges

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Examine the theme of identity and belonging in the book Refugee.

• Identity and belonging

• War and peace

• Adventure and mystery

• Love and betrayal

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What lessons can be learned from the theme of humanity in Refugee?

• Lessons about the theme of humanity in Refugee include selfishness, indifference, and ignorance.

• There are no lessons to be learned from the theme of humanity in Refugee.

• The theme of humanity in Refugee teaches us about the importance of material possessions and wealth.

• The lessons that can be learned from the theme of humanity in Refugee include empathy, compassion, resilience, and the impact of war and conflict on individuals and families.

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