Cultural Resistance in Audra's Journey

In the 1800s, Lithuania was under Russian control, which led to cultural suppression, including banning Lithuanian books. Audra Zakaris discovers her parents' secret involvement in book smuggling, leading to their arrest. She escapes into the forest, facing danger and uncertainty. Audra learns the power of books in spreading ideas and knowledge, which can lead to change. The story highlights adventure, courage, and the importance of preserving culture.

What was the main goal of the Russian Empire in Lithuania during the 1800s?

• To integrate Lithuanian language into Russian

• To establish a Lithuanian monarchy

• To promote Lithuanian culture

• To suppress Lithuanian culture

How did the Russian Empire attempt to destroy Lithuanian culture?

• By banning Lithuanian language books

• By encouraging Lithuanian traditions

• By building Lithuanian schools

• By promoting Lithuanian literature

What was the consequence of banning Lithuanian language books?

• Increased literacy rates

• Economic growth

• Cultural preservation

• Cultural suppression

What secret does Audra Zakaris discover about her parents?

• They are Russian spies

• They are hiding Lithuanian treasures

• They are book smugglers

• They are planning to move to Russia

Why did Audra have to flee into the woods?

• To find hidden treasure

• To escape Russian soldiers

• To meet with other smugglers

• To explore nature

What action did book smugglers take to preserve Lithuanian culture?

• They translated books into Russian

• They burned Lithuanian books

• They wrote new books in Russian

• They smuggled books back into Lithuania

How did the book smugglers contribute to the Lithuanian resistance?

• By forming a militia

• By negotiating with the Russian Empire

• By spreading propaganda

• By preserving the Lithuanian language

What challenge does Audra face in the Lithuanian forests?

• Avoiding wild animals

• Finding food and water

• Navigating through snowstorms

• Trusting a mysterious boy

What role did the mysterious boy play in Audra's journey?

• He was a lost traveler

• He was a guide

• He was a Russian spy

• He was a fellow smuggler

What unexpected discovery does Audra make about books?

• They are a source of entertainment

• They can be used as weapons

• They hold the power to change the world

• They are easy to destroy