Joseph's Experience on the St. Louis

In 1939, the ship Saint Louis arrives at Havana Harbor but is not allowed to dock, causing tension among the Jewish passengers. As other ships are permitted to dock, the passengers grow restless. Firemen, acting as unofficial patrols, begin harassing the Jewish passengers. Joseph, a young boy, is caught by the firemen and forced to open his family's cabin, which is then ransacked. The family is left in distress, and Joseph reflects on the broken promises and the impact on his family.

What was Joseph's initial reaction when grabbed by the sailor?

• He was happy to see the sailor.

• He felt relieved.

• He knew he was in trouble.

• He ignored the sailor.

Why were the firemen on the ship?

• To navigate the ship.

• To put out fires.

• To serve food.

• To entertain the passengers.

What caused unrest among the passengers on the St. Louis?

• The ship was moving too fast.

• The weather was bad.

• Other ships were allowed to dock while they were not.

• The food was not good.

What did the Cuban police tell the passengers?

• They had to return to Germany.

• They were free to explore the city.

• They had to wait until tomorrow.

• They could leave immediately.

What was the reaction of the passengers to the situation on the ship?

• They celebrated on the deck.

• They ignored the situation.

• They were calm and understanding.

• They became restless and cornered sailors.

What unofficial action did certain crew members take?

• They organized a party.

• They started firemen patrols.

• They cleaned the ship.

• They offered free meals.

Why did Joseph feel guilty when approached by the firemen?

• He had broken a rule.

• He felt guilty for being Jewish.

• He had lied to his sister.

• He had stolen something.

What did the firemen do to Joseph's family's cabin?

• They decorated it.

• They ignored it.

• They cleaned it.

• They ransacked it.

What was the reason behind the firemen's actions in the cabin?

• They wanted to help the family.

• They were following orders from the captain.

• It was payback for Joseph's father's words.

• They were looking for treasure.

How did Joseph's father react to the situation?

• He ignored the firemen.

• He laughed it off.

• He felt betrayed and distressed.

• He was calm and composed.