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Refugee

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

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Class
Date
1.

What are the three main characters in the book 'Refugee'?

a)

Michael, Sarah, and Christopher

b)

Samantha, David, and Emily

c)

Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud

d)

Liam, Olivia, and Ethan

2.

How do the three characters' stories connect in the book?

a)

Their stories connect through their shared interest in sports

b)

Their stories connect through their love for cooking

c)

Their stories connect through their experiences as refugees.

d)

Their stories connect through their passion for music

3.

What lessons can be learned from the experiences of the characters in 'Refugee'?

a)

Confusion, frustration, and disappointment

b)

Resilience, empathy, and hope

c)

Fear, anger, and despair

d)

Happiness, contentment, and satisfaction

4.

Where does Josef live at the beginning of the story?

a)

Josef lives in Rome, Italy at the beginning of the story.

b)

Josef lives in Paris, France at the beginning of the story.

c)

Josef lives in Berlin, Germany at the beginning of the story.

d)

Josef lives in London, England at the beginning of the story.

5.

What does the novel "Refugee" suggest about the nature of home?

a)

That home is a specific place

b)

That home is wherever family is

c)

That home is an unattainable dream

d)

That home is a temporary concept

6.

What is the significance of Mahmoud's invisibility in the novel?

a)

It shows his lack of importance to the story.

b)

It represents his struggle to maintain his identity.

c)

It symbolizes the global ignorance of the refugee crisis.

d)

It highlights his superpowers.

7.

How does the novel "Refugee" resolve the conflict of the characters' journey to safety?

a)

By ensuring all characters reach their desired destination safely

b)

Through the characters' realization that home is where the family is

c)

By leaving the resolution open-ended for the reader's interpretation

d)

Through the intervention of external forces that provide asylum

8.

How does Isabel's story illustrate the theme of hope in the face of adversity?

a)

By showing her family's successful arrival in the United States

b)

Through her determination to play her trumpet again

c)

By detailing her dreams of a better life in America

d)

Through her ability to keep her family together and motivated

9.

What theme is common to the stories of Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud?

a)

The importance of family

b)

The adventure of travel

c)

The excitement of new beginnings

d)

The pursuit of wealth

10.

How does the theme of hope manifest in Mahmoud's story?

a)

Through his desire to return to Syria

b)

By his determination to find a safe place for his family

c)

Through his interest in adopting a new culture

d)

By his wish to become invisible

11.

How does the author use the characters' journeys to convey messages about family?

a)

By showing that families often separate during difficult times

b)

By depicting families as burdens to the characters

c)

By illustrating how families can provide strength and support

d)

By suggesting that choosing your own family is more important

12.

Where does Isabel live at the beginning of the story?

a)

Brazil

b)

United States

c)

Mexico

d)

Cuba

13.

What is Mahmoud's family trying to escape from?

a)

Famine in Somalia

b)

Economic crisis in Brazil

c)

War in Syria

d)

Political unrest in Canada

14.

What is the name of the ship that Mahmoud and his family board to leave Syria?

a)

The Titanic

b)

The Mayflower

c)

Al Rashid

d)

The Black Pearl

15.

What challenges do the characters face as refugees in their respective journeys?

a)

Access to technology and internet

b)

Financial stability and employment

c)

Familiarity with local customs and traditions

d)

Discrimination, language barriers, safety and stability

16.

How does Isabel, another main character, change throughout the story?

a)

Isabel becomes less determined and gives up easily

b)

Isabel becomes more resilient and determined as she faces the challenges of being a refugee.

c)

Isabel becomes more lazy and unmotivated

d)

Isabel becomes more selfish and uncaring towards others

17.

How does Isabel's background influence her actions in the story?

a)

Isabel's background has no influence on her actions in the story.

b)

Isabel's background causes her to forget her past in the story.

c)

Isabel's background makes her more passive in the story.

d)

Isabel's background as a Cuban refugee influences her actions in the story.

18.

Who is the main character in the story?

a)

David, Sarah, and Thomas

b)

Luis, Maria, and Anna

c)

Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud

d)

Samantha, Michael, and Emily

19.

What is the definition of the term 'refugee'?

a)

A person who voluntarily leaves their country for better job opportunities

b)

A person who is forced to leave their country due to war, persecution, or natural disaster

c)

A person who travels frequently for leisure

d)

A person who moves to another country for educational purposes

20.

Which of the following sentences uses the word 'refugee' correctly?

a)

The refugee decided to move to a new city for a better job.

b)

The refugee was granted asylum after fleeing the war-torn country.

c)

The refugee enjoyed their vacation in Europe.

d)

The refugee bought a new house in their hometown.

21.

What is the main theme explored in the novel 'Refugee' by Alan Gratz?

a)

The pursuit of wealth

b)

The importance of family and survival

c)

The excitement of travel

d)

The joy of new beginnings

22.

In the context of the novel 'Refugee', what does the journey symbolize for the characters?

a)

A chance to explore new cultures

b)

An opportunity to gain wealth

c)

A struggle for safety and a better life

d)

A way to escape boredom

23.

Which literary device is predominantly used in the novel 'Refugee' to connect the stories of Josef, Isabel, and Mahmoud?

a)

Metaphor

b)

Foreshadowing

c)

Parallel narrative

d)

Flashback

24.

How does the author of 'Refugee' use the setting to enhance the story?

a)

By depicting only the beautiful landscapes

b)

By focusing on the characters' internal thoughts

c)

By highlighting the harsh realities faced by refugees

d)

By ignoring the setting altogether

25.

What is the significance of the title 'Refugee' in Alan Gratz's novel?

a)

It refers to a specific character in the book

b)

It highlights the universal struggle of displaced people

c)

It is a metaphor for freedom

d)

It suggests a temporary state of being