1.The destruction from an earthquake is a problem for Haiti. What does Conrad do to help solve this problem? (Book is Helping in Haiti ) Conrad is nervous about traveling to Haiti. Support this statement with evidence from the story.
Why does Conrad want to go to Haiti?
What is the theme of this story?
Read these sentences from the story.
"Conrad signed up with excitement, but his nerves soon kicked in. He thought about everything that could go wrong, his anxiety increasing day by day. But soon the day of his departure arrived, and there was no turning back."
What does the phrase “kicked in” mean?
What word or phrase best completes the sentence?
Some kids in Haiti learn three languages in elementary school, English, French, and Haitian Creole.
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What is Conrad building for Gregory?
How often does Gregory write to Conrad after Conrad leaves?
Read this sentence from the story.
"Gregory thought that the pen and paper were even better gifts than the house."
Why might Gregory think that pen and paper are better gifts.