Dominic's Journey of Friendship and Identity

The teacher introduces a beloved book about Ellis Island, focusing on Dominic Cantore, a fifth grader and orphan in New York. Dominic's life is filled with challenges, including frequent moves between foster families and a mysterious key from his past. He dreams of a perfect family while navigating social struggles and a school trip to Ellis Island, where he reflects on his identity and longing for connection.

What is the main theme of the book introduced by the teacher?

• A boy's journey to find his lost dog

• A fifth grader's time-travel adventure to find family

• A young detective solving mysteries in New York

• A girl's quest to become a famous singer

Why does Dominic feel envious of his classmates' sneakers?

• They are all hand-me-downs

• They are all the same color

• They are new and fashionable

• They have lights on them

What is the significance of the gold key Dominic wears?

• It is a family heirloom with mysterious initials

• It is a key to his new foster home

• It opens a secret treasure chest

• It is a magical key that grants wishes

How does Dominic cope with the fear of moving to new foster homes?

• By imagining a perfect family

• By talking to his caseworker

• By running away

• By writing in a diary

What does Dominic imagine in his dream family?

• A family that lives in a castle

• A family that owns a candy store

• A family that travels the world

• A family with lots of pets and siblings

What is Dominic's reaction to the field trip to Ellis Island?

• He is scared of the boat ride

• He is excited to learn about history

• He feels isolated and envious of others

• He is bored and uninterested

Why does Dominic feel like he is not one of the many at Ellis Island?

• He has no known family history

• He is not interested in history

• He is not allowed to enter

• He is afraid of the museum

What does Dominic wish for when he sees other kids interacting?

• To have a new pair of sneakers

• To have a friend to share laughs with

• To go back home

• To have a pet dog

How does Dominic feel about making new friends?

• He finds it easy and enjoyable

• He is shy and finds it difficult

• He is not interested in making friends

• He prefers to be alone

What advice does Dave give Dominic about making friends?

• To always be the first to say hello

• To trust that people will like him

• To avoid talking to strangers

• To change his appearance