What event forces Miri to flee Paris at the start of the novel?

The mass roundup of Jewish families.

What makes the Château de Chenonceau significant in the story?

It sits on the border between occupied France and the Vichy, making it a potential escape route.

What internal struggle does Miri face throughout the book?

She must decide whether to risk her life to help others escape, even while dealing with fear and grief.

How does the war affect Miri’s understanding of trust?

She learns to be cautious about who she confides in, but also discovers that some strangers can become allies.

What role does the village community play in Miri’s survival?

Several villagers quietly support her and other refugees, showing small but meaningful acts of resistance.

How does Miri change as she becomes involved in resistance efforts?

She grows more confident and courageous, learning that bravery means acting despite fear.

Why does Miri have to hide her identity once she reaches the countryside?

She is Jewish, and revealing her identity would put her at risk of arrest or deportation.

Who is Nora, and why is she important to Miri’s escape?

Nora is Madame Rosenbaum’s toddler daughter, and Miri is responsible for protecting her during their escape from Paris.

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Question	Answer
What event forces Miri to flee Paris at the start of the novel?	The mass roundup of Jewish families.
What makes the Château de Chenonceau significant in the story?	It sits on the border between occupied France and the Vichy, making it a potential escape route.
What internal struggle does Miri face throughout the book?	She must decide whether to risk her life to help others escape, even while dealing with fear and grief.
How does the war affect Miri’s understanding of trust?	She learns to be cautious about who she confides in, but also discovers that some strangers can become allies.
After Miri begins attending school in the village, who keeps Nora while she’s gone?	A family in the village
What role does the village community play in Miri’s survival?	Several villagers quietly support her and other refugees, showing small but meaningful acts of resistance.
How does Miri change as she becomes involved in resistance efforts?	She grows more confident and courageous, learning that bravery means acting despite fear.
Why does Miri have to hide her identity once she reaches the countryside?	She is Jewish, and revealing her identity would put her at risk of arrest or deportation.
Who is Nora, and why is she important to Miri’s escape?	Nora is Madame Rosenbaum’s toddler daughter, and Miri is responsible for protecting her during their escape from Paris.
Where is Miri's ultimate goal to flee to?	Zurich, Switzerland
What does Sister Felicite's house smell like?	perfume
What does Cadieux mean?	fighter
What does Schreiber mean?	clerk
What language does Miri's mom speak?	yiddish
Why can Beatrice not take Communion?	she is jew
What does Miri's mom put in the drink for Nora?	lemon
What do Jews have to collect every night in the Pletzl?	identy scales
What does Dommage mean?	too bad
What day of the week is Shabbos?	friday
What is Miri's last name?	Schreider
Who takes Miri and Nora away from the velodrome?	Sister Felicite
What does Miri say the reason is for her being outside of the school the first time?	getting fresh air
Where are the people in the Pletzl imprisoned?	the velodrome
Who warns Miri about the roundup?	Miri's school principal
Who is Uncle Albert's wife?	Bette
What does Miri first do when she notices Nora is not beside her in the truck?	she screams
Where do the vegetables in the garden go?	to the kitchen nun
What city is the Pletzl in?	Paris
Why does Jacqueline say that Miri cannot be a Jew?	because Miri is her friend

Created by: Shrenik Nimbalkar

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