Life and Features of Alcatraz Island

Moose Flanagan moves to Alcatraz Island in 1935 with his family. His father works as an electrician at the prison, and his sister Natalie attends a special school. Moose describes the island's unique environment, the presence of notorious criminals, and the strict security measures. He reflects on his family's dynamics and his own feelings about living on the island, highlighting the challenges and peculiarities of life surrounded by water and convicts.

What is the main geographical feature of Alcatraz Island?

• A sandy beach

• A 12-acre rock

• A dense forest

• A grassy plain

How does Moose describe the proximity of Alcatraz to San Francisco?

• In the middle of the city

• Right next to the city

• Close enough to hear city sounds

• Very far

Why do children live on Alcatraz Island?

• They are part of a school program

• They are tourists

• Their parents work for the prison

• Their parents are prisoners

What roles do the parents of the children on Alcatraz have?

• Artists, musicians, writers

• Teachers, nurses, police officers

• Guards, cooks, doctors, electricians

• Farmers, fishermen, traders

What type of criminals are housed on Alcatraz?

• Petty thieves

• The worst of the worst

• Political prisoners

• Juvenile delinquents

Why did Moose move to Alcatraz?

• His mother decided

• He was a prisoner

• He wanted to

• He was sent there for school

What is unique about the Esther P. Maronoff School?

• It is a sports academy

• It has no books or chalkboards

• It is a military school

• It is a boarding school

What security feature is described as a 'popcorn stand on stilts'?

• The cafeteria

• The main entrance

• The guard dog tower

• The prison cells

Why are the keys to the boats kept in the towers?

• To prevent theft

• To ensure only guards have access

• To keep them safe from water damage

• To make them easily accessible

What is Natalie's special ability?

• She can read minds

• She can predict the future

• She can speak multiple languages

• She knows all about her buttons