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How does the author tell the reader how upset Grandfather was about the war?

How is the narrator's homesickness like that of his grandfather's?

Grandfather's Journey Reading Comprehension

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Reading comprehension questions to prompt discussion of the story "Grandfather's Journey" by Allen Say.

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1
How is the narrator's homesickness like that of his grandfather's?
They are from the same family.
They love both countries and miss the one they're not in.
They were both born in Japan.
They both loved the beach.
2
How does the author tell the reader how upset Grandfather was about the war?
He never kept another song bird.
They returned to the village.
The pictures are sad
Grandfather died.
3
Who is the narrator (who is telling this story)?
Grandfather
Grandfather's son's son
Grandfather's Son
Grandfather's father
4
Where are "the mountains and rivers of my childhood?"
Japan
California
China
They're not real
5
How has Grandfather's life come full circle?
He spun around in circles on the beach.
His grandson lives in America now.
He has seen the world and returned to his homeland.
He traveled in a complete circle from America to Japan.
6
What is the meaning of the word imply?
to state directly
very small
a river
To strongly suggest
7
What is the meaning of the word marvel?
To wish for.
Greatly surprised
Puzzled or confused.
Filled with wonder