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What is the primary reason Mahmoud's family decides to leave Syria?

  • They fear for their safety due to the ongoing conflict. (correct)
  • They want to start a new life in a different country.
  • Their home has been destroyed.
  • They are seeking a better life.

How does Ruthie feel about being on the MS St.Louis?

  • Excited and happy. (correct)
  • Lonely and homesick.
  • Scared and apprehensive.
  • Overwhelmed and anxious.

Which of the following is NOT a reason why Josef's father has been reluctant to leave their cabin?

  • He is anxious about the future.
  • He is grieving the life they had to leave behind.
  • He is hoping to return to Germany soon. (correct)
  • He is fearful of the German people.

What is the significance of the passengers on the MS St.Louis not wearing their Jewish armbands?

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What can be inferred about the atmosphere on the MS St.Louis?

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What is the main contrast between the two stories?

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What can be inferred about the ship's crew's attitude towards the passengers?

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What is the most likely reason the girls are giggling?

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What happened to Mahmoud's family's apartment?

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Why did Mahmoud's mother bring their backpacks?

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Why was Mahmoud's father likely working?

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Where was Mahmoud's family planning to go?

<p>They were planning to go to Germany. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Mahmoud's initial reaction to the idea of going to Germany?

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What does Mahmoud's mother think about going to Germany?

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What does the ending of the snippet suggest?

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Which phrase best describes Mahmoud's family's situation?

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What did Isabel initially think the Castillos' plan was?

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Why were the police chasing the Castillos' boat?

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What did Isabel's father fear would happen if the Castillos were followed?

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What specific detail reveals that the Castillos did not include Isabel's family in their plans?

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What evidence suggests that the Castillos' boat had been damaged during the police chase?

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What motivated Mahmoud's family to cover up more than usual in Aleppo?

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What can be inferred about the Castillos' relationship with Isabel's family based on their conversation?

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What is the overall tone of the passage regarding Isabel and her family's journey?

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What is the main reason Klaus joined the Hitler Youth?

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How did Josef get into trouble with the Hitler Youth?

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What is the primary setting of the second part of the passage, where Isabel is present?

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What is the mood of the passage when describing the events of the rioting in Havana?

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What is the connection between Josef's story and Isabel's story?

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From the details provided in the text, what is the main point about the impact of the Hitler Youth?

<p>The Hitler Youth fostered a culture of brutality and violence. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the image of the "white and brown and black backs glistening in the sun" significant?

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What does the repetition of "they" in the description of the rioters emphasize?

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Why did Lito object to Papi leaving Cuba?

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What was Isabel's plan to resolve the family's dilemma?

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What does the phrase "cobbles together" reveal about the Castillos' boat?

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What is the main reason for both Lito and Papi to say 'No' to Isabel's idea?

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Why did Josef's family leave their home country?

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What is the significance of the phrase "Hurricane Isabel" used by Señor Castillo?

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What was the reason for the riot on the Malecon?

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Why does Isabel run to the Castillos' house?

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What does the line "Tell me something I don't know" suggest about Señor Castillo?

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What was the 'Wet Foot, Dry Foot' policy?

<p>A policy that allowed Cuban refugees to seek asylum in the US if they reached US soil. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Isabel try to persuade Señor Castillo to help her family?

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What was the impact of the 'Wet Foot, Dry Foot' policy on Cuban refugees?

<p>It increased the number of Cuban refugees attempting to reach the United States. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did Josef's father look scared and act awful?

<p>He was worried about the dangers of escaping Cuba. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the impact of the 'Wet Foot, Dry Foot' policy on Cuban refugees who were caught at sea?

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What was the significance of the Industriales baseball game playing on the television?

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What do we learn about Geraldo Fernandez's character?

<p>He is a loving and caring father. (A), He is a brave and resourceful man. (B), He is a strong and determined man. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Josef's experience

Josef feels oppressed and humiliated after being publicly shamed for being Jewish.

Klaus's dilemma

Klaus joins Hitler Youth to avoid shame, conflicting with his friendship with Josef.

Hitler Youth

A youth organization in Nazi Germany that indoctrinated boys into Nazi ideology.

Impact of uniforms

Wearing uniforms changes boys' behavior, making them act against their values.

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Concentration camps

Camps where Jews and other targeted groups were imprisoned and killed during the Holocaust.

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Havana riot

A chaotic protest in Havana where citizens looted and clashed with police.

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Isabel's trumpet

Isabel plays the trumpet during the chaos, symbolizing resistance and hope.

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Social unrest

The public's dissatisfaction that leads to riots and disorder in society.

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Josef and Ruthie's departure

Josef and Ruthie are leaving Cuba on the MS St. Louis, witnessing emotional farewells.

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Papi's injuries

Isabel's father, Papi, has visible injuries from a riot, indicating danger in Cuba.

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Malecón riot

A riot occurred due to food shortages, causing unrest among the people.

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Papi's past escape attempts

Papi has attempted to escape Cuba twice, facing harsh consequences.

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Wet Foot, Dry Foot policy

U.S. policy that allows Cuban refugees with 'dry feet' to stay, but sends 'wet feet' back.

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Cuban navy intervention

The Cuban navy captures Papi during his escape attempt, leading to imprisonment.

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Food shortages in Cuba

Severe lack of food leads to civil unrest and increases migration to the U.S.

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Isabel's concern

Isabel worries about her father's safety and the future of her family.

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Destruction of Home

Mahmoud's apartment was completely destroyed, leaving his family without a place to live.

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Importance of Backpacks

Mahmoud's mother prioritized saving their backpacks which contained essential items.

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Communication Challenges

Mahmoud's mother struggled to reach his father due to a lack of mobile service.

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Family Reunion

Mahmoud felt relief and joy when his father reunited with them after the chaos.

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Leaving Aleppo

Mahmoud's family decided to leave their home city Aleppo for safety in Germany.

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Refugees in Germany

Mahmoud's father mentioned that Germany is accepting refugees amid the crisis.

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Travel Plans

Mahmoud's family discussed various means of traveling to Germany without proper arrangements.

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Winter Reality

Mahmoud expressed concern about the cold weather in Germany and the idea of building a snowman.

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Isabel's Father

The protagonist’s father facing a dilemma about leaving Cuba.

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Lito

Isabel’s grandfather who opposes her father's decisions.

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Dictatorship

System where a single person rules with absolute power, exemplified by Castro.

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Escape Plan

Isabel’s idea to leave Cuba for freedom and food.

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Castro

Cuban dictator during the time, limiting freedoms.

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Boat

The vessel Isabel hopes to use for the escape.

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Rioting

Public disorder in Havana indicating unrest against the regime.

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Freedom

The desired state of being unconfined and unrestricted, sought by Isabel’s family.

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Luis's role

Luis is the Castillos’s elder son and a policeman.

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Deserters

Deserters are those who flee military duty; they are often persecuted.

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The Castillos' plan

The Castillos plan to escape with Isabel and her family, but keep it a secret.

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Pistol shots

Gunfire from the police signals danger as they attempt to stop the Castillos.

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Castillo's boat escape

Isabel's family escapes Cuba by boat, despite risks from the police.

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Seawater in the boat

Water pouring in creates urgency during the Castillos' escape.

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Conflict aboard the boat

Arguments break out among the family about the danger posed by the policemen.

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Fatima's attire

Fatima dresses conservatively to adhere to expectations outside Aleppo.

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Mahmoud's decision to leave Syria

Mahmoud's family decides to leave Syria for safety, fearing for their lives.

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Importance of cash

Mahmoud's family has saved money to buy tickets as they leave Syria.

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MS St. Louis atmosphere

The MS St. Louis is depicted as a paradise for Jewish passengers escaping Germany.

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Ruthie's joy on MS St. Louis

Ruthie experiences happiness and freedom aboard the ship, despite previous hardships.

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Steward treatment

Crew members treat Josef's family with kindness, a contrast to their previous experiences.

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Jewish identity on the ship

Jewish passengers on the MS St. Louis don’t wear identifying armbands, highlighting a temporary freedom.

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Escape to Cuba

Nine hundred and eight Jewish passengers aim to reach Cuba to escape Nazi persecution in Germany.

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Children's play on deck

Ruthie and Josef observe children playing joyfully on the MS St. Louis, symbolizing innocence amid fear.

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Study Notes

Josef (Berlin, Germany-1938)

  • Josef Landau awoke to a loud noise in his bedroom, which he assumed was someone breaking into his house
  • His younger sister, Ruth, screamed in terror at the sound
  • Two shadowy figures entered his room and threatened him and his family
  • Josef's family was Jewish, and Nazi officials threatened to imprison Josef's father for practicing law
  • Josef's family was forced to move to a smaller apartment
  • Josef's family was afraid of Nazi officials and that they might be taken away

Josef (Berlin, Germany-1939)

  • Josef's family boarded a train to Hamburg to meet with his father
  • Josef and his sister accompanied their mother on the train
  • Josef and his sister wore Jewish armbands that caught the attention of Nazi officials
  • Officials questioned what they were trying to do and made them take off the armbands
  • Josef and his family were on a train to the port to then board a ship to Cuba

Isabel (Just outside Havana, Cuba-1994)

  • Isabel Fernandez was an eleven-year-old girl living in Cuba
  • She was thin, hungry, and in need of a bath
  • Her life was simple and she was barefoot like always and wore a tank top and shorts. She found a small kitten
  • Cuba's economy was in shambles and rationing was heavily in place and food was scarce
  • Many people were traveling to other countries in search of a better life due to the lack of economy and available resources

Mahmoud (Aleppo, Syria-2015)

  • Mahmoud Bishara was a twelve-year-old boy living in Aleppo, Syria
  • Mahmoud was constantly trying to hide from dangers of war
  • Mahmoud felt powerless and tried to remain unnoticed and invisible from others
  • His family was going through tough times, so he tried to remain unnoticed to ensure his family's safety

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