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What is the primary source of tension in the described scene?
What is the primary source of tension in the described scene?
- Max's disagreement with the adults' views.
- Inspector Fontaine's stern demeanor.
- The arrival of the cat, Teddy Roosevelt.
- The discussion about immigration and specific groups. (correct)
How does Max relate to Teddy Roosevelt the cat?
How does Max relate to Teddy Roosevelt the cat?
- He sees the cat as a symbol of hope.
- He admires the cat's aloofness and indifference to the conversation.
- He sees in the cat a reflection of his own discomfort and unease. (correct)
- He is amused by the cat's playful interruption of the conversation.
- He envies the cat's freedom to come and go as it pleases.
What is Inspector Fontaine's main concern?
What is Inspector Fontaine's main concern?
- The cultural impact of immigration in general.
- Identifying the nationality of the immigrants.
- The presence of undocumented individuals in the country. (correct)
- The specific religions practiced by the immigrants.
What does the setting (a dining room in Brussels) suggest about the nature of the conversation?
What does the setting (a dining room in Brussels) suggest about the nature of the conversation?
Madame Pauline's comments reveal which of the following?
Madame Pauline's comments reveal which of the following?
Flashcards
Inspector Fontaine
Inspector Fontaine
A stern-faced man concerned about immigration.
Madame Pauline's View
Madame Pauline's View
She critiques the influx of migrants, mentioning Muslims.
Max's Discomfort
Max's Discomfort
Max feels uneasy about the conversation on immigration.
Theme of Immigration
Theme of Immigration
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Teddy Roosevelt the Cat
Teddy Roosevelt the Cat
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Study Notes
Inspector Fontaine's Interview
- Inspector Fontaine questioned Max about his parents, sister, and cat
- Fontaine expressed concern about illegal immigrants in Brussels
- Fontaine and Madame Pauline discussed the influx of refugees from Muslim-majority countries (Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan)
- Europeans are concerned about the refugees flooding Europe.
- Fontaine viewed the current situation as harmful
- Max felt uncomfortable with the assumptions and language used regarding Muslims
- Fontaine was in a meeting with Madame Pauline
- The meeting was being conducted in a serious manner
- Fontaine was concerned and made warnings about the influx of refugees
- Max noted the inappropriate behaviour of a cat named Teddy Roosevelt.
Max's Perspective
- Max felt uncomfortable with Madame Pauline's language and stereotypes about Muslims
- He observed the mothers dressed in suits and heels and headscarves
- Max saw a commotion and Teddy Roosevelt, his cat, running away in a way that was surprising
- Max noted the seriousness of the conversation and the worries and judgment of the countries involved
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