I Live in a Refugee Camp

According to the article, Bilan’s family left Somalia because

• Bilan wants to go to college in Canada or the U.S.

• Somalia was a dangerous place to live

• they had little religious freedom in Somalia.

• They had friends and family in Ethiopia.

On page 6, Kristin Lewis writes, “She and her family lived in a comfortable home,” “She went to school and had many friends,” and “Bilan seems like someone who would be your friend too.” These details

• help readers understand what it’s like to be a refugee.

• help readers relate to Bilan.

• show that most refugees are women and children.

• compare Bilan’s experience to the experience of others.

How does the section “Crisis After Crisis” contribute to the article?

• It explains the effects of World War II.

• It illustrates the challenges that many refugees face living in camps.

• It provides a history of refugee crises and explains how aid groups help refugees.

• It shows how dangerous Somalia has become.

On page 8, Lewis writes, “She would also have to fetch firewood for cooking, trekking far outside the relative safety of the camp—and that frightened her.” Lewis’s use of the word relative helps readers understand that the Kobe camp

• is completely free of danger or harm.

• does not have electricity

• is safe compared to where Bilan journeys for firewood, but may not be completely safe.

• has much to offer.

All of the following statements express a central idea of the article EXCEPT which?

• Throughout human history, many peoples have been forced to flee their homelands.

• Life in refugee camps can be challenging.

• Despite the challenges she faces, Bilan maintains a positive attitude about her future.

• The Kobe camp has a bustling market with a place to get cell phones repaired.