Refugee by Alan Gratz 3 column notes pg 216-235
Refugee Notes
| Words and Phrases - analyze the impact of a specific word choice on meaning and tone. | Key Events - Explain how a story’s plot is developed by a series of events. | Comprehension Questions | |
| 216-235Josef | After Renata and Evelyn could leave the boat the tone shifted in the novel. Why did this occur and how does it impact Josef? | How does leaving Josef’s father in Cuba develop the plot? | 1. What is the meaning of flotilla as it is used on page 216 paragraph 1? a. a small amount of floats b. large amount of trash c. a small gathering of tortillas d. a small fleet of ships 2. The author repeats the term “hope must always remain.” How does this quote impact the character? a. to shut down the mutiny b. to make them go away c. gives them hope that they will land somewhere safe d. to only calm down the crowd |
| Isabel | On page 225 the second paragraph, the author describes Isabel’s emotions during Ivan’s funeral. What does this reveal about the character's relationships with one another? | How does Senor Castillo’s willingness to open to Isabel after Ivan's funeral foreshadow the events to come? | |
| Mahmoud | Page 231- “Here, every sound was like a gunshot in the unearthly dark and quiet. It terrified Mahmoud.” What is significant about this quote and what impact does this have on Mahmoud? | How does the description of the train stations develop the challenges Mahmoud and his family will continue to face? | |
| Summarize | All three of the characters faced substantial losses at this point. What are the similarities and differences for the characters and how does this impact the development of the plot? | ||