Characters
Who is the main character?
Piri
Why is Piri sent to live with her grandmother?
Her parent's can't support all their children financially
What are the Jewish people being sent away told? (or not told...)
They are being misled as to where they're being taken away to.
Which country has the most natural lakes?
Canada.
Who is the main character's aunt?
Aunt Iboya
What important visual distinction is forced upon Jews?
They are required to wear yellow stars.
What are Jewish families, including Piri's, forced to give up?
Their houses and other possessions.
Who was the civil war fought between?
North and South of the U.S.
Who is the main character's younger sister?
Ica
Where is Piri's family sent to? What is that place like?
The Ghetto; conditions are bad for prisoners.
How does hope appear in the story for Piri and the other Jews?
Some non-Jews show empathy and help them.
Which continent is the Sahara Desert located in?
Africa
Who is the main character's younger brother?
Bubi
Concentration camps via train
What leads to Hungarian soldiers taking over the land?
Anti-Jewish laws are taken into effect.
Which country's flag is red with a yellow star in the center
Vietnam
What is the name of the main character's cousin?
Cousin Laci
What is the significance of the title?
What is the main theme of the story?
Loss of innocence.
What part of food does a microwave heat up?
Water molecules.