Refugee Reading Check (36)

What does Josef's father do with the furniture in their cabin?

• Throws it out

• Piles it against the door

• Gives it away

• Sells it

Who is Josef's little sister?

• Ruthie

• Hannah

• Isabel

• Teresa

Why does Josef's mother go to the ship's doctor?

• To get food

• To find her husband

• To get a sleeping draught for Josef's father

• To see if they can leave the ship

What event causes panic for Josef's family?

• A storm

• Josef's father jumping overboard

• Losing luggage

• A fire on the ship

What does Isabel suggest to use to navigate their boat?

• A map

• The stars

• A compass

• GPS

True or False: Josef's father returns home as the same man he was before.

• True

• False

True or False: Isabel is excited about starting a new life in the United States.

• True

• False

True or False: All the police in Cuba are supportive of the refugees on the St. Louis.

• True

• False

True or False: Iván dies after being attacked by sharks.

• True

• False

Josef feels immense dread when he is left alone with his __.