Why does Sami's family move from Palestine to Texas?
Because life was very unstable and dangerous in Palestine.
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"As sick as a dog" is an example of what kind of literary device?
What is a simile.
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Name three of T.J.'s personality traits. How do you know this?
Strong leader, the boys follow him and believe in the garden. He's very determined, he keeps with the garden all through winter. He's also proud when he sees the garden starting to sprout.
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If you "forestall" someone, what are you doing?
Preventing them from doing something.
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Miss Fairchild's expression changes from glad to bewildered because of this reason.
Because Mr. Easton is wearing "bracelets," or handcuffs, and she thinks he is a criminal.
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What big event changes Sami's life forever in his new American life?
The terrorist attacks on September 11.
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Who was Antaeus' father?
Who is Poseidon.
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How does T.J. meet the boys in the gang?
The narrator introduces T.J. to the other boys.
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Who is PAS 7 has a pleasant "countenance"?
Both of you!!!
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How does the author reveal that Mr. Easton is indeed the prisoner, and NOT the marshall?
Through the dialogue of the two onlookers at the very end of the story. "Why-Oh! Didn't you catch on? Say--did you ever know an officer to handcuff a prisoner to his RIGHT hand?"
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Why do Sami and Hugh become so close?
Because they both live without many friends; they're at ease with each other and not judgmental.
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In "Hum," when did Hugh's dog (Tum) hum??
When he needs to go outside.
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How are T.J. and the Greek god Antaeus similar?
They are both connected to the Earth and get some power and energy from it.
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Hugh's blindness in "Hum" was "hereditary." How did he become blind?
His blindness was passed on to him from his family genes.
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Why might the real marshall cover up for Easton and pretend to be the prisoner?
He sees how Miss Fairchild seems to have a romantic interest in Easton, and the prisoner and the marshall have a very close relationship. Perhaps he wants to protect him from embarrassment since he's already going to prison.
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What is the "Dialogue Group" and how does it change Sami's school life?
The "Dialogue Group" is a club that Sami starts at school for kids from different backgrounds to talk openly about their experiences. Sami begins to have friends and fit in at school.
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What is Shannon teacher's favorite Korean drink?
What is Chilsung Cider.
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What motivates T.J. to destroy the garden himself?
He would rather destroy the garden himself than let anyone else touch it. He can still feel like he controls his garden.
400
Studying literature can often be "esoteric." What does that mean?
Beyond common understanding, abstract.
500
Name one theme from "Hearts and Hands."
What is things are not always what they seem.
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What does "Hum" tell you about the theme of friendship.
Communication and understanding make friendships work.
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What US state is Shannon teacher from?
California!
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What do you think the boys have learned from T.J.?
Hard work, determination, the importance of land, having a connection to something,.