The Girl Who Fell from the Sky

In the story we read, what happens to Juliane?

• She survives a terrifying plane crash into a Peruvian jungle.

• She starts out on a long journey across the country of Peru

• She and her mother observe a horrible helicopter accident.

• She helps rescuers find a plan crash victim lost in the jungle.

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As Juliane Koepcke's plane fell from the sky, she remembers "thinking that the jungle trees below looked just like broccoli." What important fact about Juliane does this show?

• She was able to observe the situation without panicking.

• She was unaware that her life was in danger.

• She used her imagination to distract herself from the terror.

• She felt confident that the plane would not crash.

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In the story, what does Juliane believe she must do to be rescued?

• Stay put, so she doesn't get lost

• Write a message in the sandy riverbank

• Follow the river to civilization

• Light a fire so that the smoke will be visible

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how did Juliane "fall from the sky"

• she fell off a mountain

• she went skydiving

• she fell off a plane

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What role does Nella play in Rachel's life in "The Girl Who Fell from the Sky"?

• She is Rachel's best friend who helps her navigate her new environment.

• She is Rachel's grandmother who provides her with a home.

• She is a neighbor who becomes a mother figure to Rachel.

• She is Rachel's teacher who encourages her to pursue her dreams.

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What is the significance of the title "The Girl Who Fell from the Sky" in relation to the plot?

• It refers to Rachel's dreams of becoming an astronaut.

• It symbolizes Rachel's feeling of displacement and her journey to find where she belongs.

• It is a metaphor for the tragic accident that changes Rachel's life.

• It represents Rachel's aspirations to escape her current life.

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How does Rachel, the protagonist, struggle with her identity throughout "The Girl Who Fell from the Sky"?

• By trying to fit into her new school

• By attempting to reconcile her biracial heritage in a predominantly black community

• By learning a new language

• By trying to find her lost family members

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How does the theme of resilience manifest in Rachel's character?

• Through her ability to overcome her fear of heights

• Through her academic achievements despite her personal struggles

• Through her determination to understand her family's past

• Through her ability to adapt to a new culture and community

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who saved Juliane

• her mom

• the pilots

• Forest workers

• she was never found

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who is juliane

• The girl that fell from the plane

• the girls mom

• the person who rescued the girl

• someone she met while looking for help

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