Understanding Refugee Experiences

What is the name of the ship that Josef and his family are traveling on in this section?

• St. Louis

• Titanic

• Lusitania

• Queen Mary

Which country is Isabel and her family trying to reach?

• Mexico

• United States

• Spain

• Canada

Who is Mahmoud traveling with during these pages?

• His teacher

• His family

• His soccer team

• His neighbors

What is the main mode of transportation for Isabel’s family in this section?

• Airplane

• Boat

• Train

• Car

What does Josef’s father do that causes concern for the family?

• He gets lost

• He jumps overboard

• He gets into a fight

• He falls asleep

Why does Isabel’s family have to leave Cuba?

• They want to go on vacation

• They are escaping political unrest

• They are visiting relatives

• They are going to school

How does Mahmoud’s family try to stay safe while traveling?

• By hiding during the day and moving at night

• By traveling in a large group

• By using a map

• By asking for help from strangers

What is the significance of the “St. Louis” for Josef’s family?

• It is a symbol of hope for a new life

• It is a place of danger

• It is their old home

• It is a school

How does Isabel help her family during their journey?

• She rows the boat

• She cooks food

• She finds water

• She sings to keep spirits up

What challenge does Mahmoud’s family face while crossing the sea?

• Their boat is attacked by pirates

• Their boat begins to sink

• They run out of food

• They get lost