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"I think of all the voices that have told me who I have been, the names I've had. Call me theif. Call me stupid. Call me gypsy. Call me Jew. Call me one-eared Jack. I don't care. empty-handed victims once told me who I was. Then Uri told me. Then an armband. Then an Immigration officer. And now this little girl in my lap, this little girl whose call silences the trampling Jackboots. Her voice will be the last. I was. Now I am. I am . . . Poppynoodle." - Misha (page 208: last paragraph)
"Real mothers don't die" - Ferdi (page 88)
"We don't exist" - Ferdi (page 88)
"So Himmler-Number Two Boss Jackboot, Master of All Jews Not to Mention Gypsies-was a one-eyed chicken. At that moment, I began losing respect for Jackboots. I no longer wanted to be one." - Misha (page 117)
"Don't look guilty" - Uri (page 123:WHAT PARAGRAPH??????)
"When you're nothing, you're free to believe in anything.." -Uri (page 49)
what are the definitions of the qutes?
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∙ 12y ago
- "They are what is left of all the others. We are what is left of them."
- "And so we sailed on, higher than anyone had ever flown, to a place I did not know existed until that moment. And the air was crisp and cold, and clear, and there was no more war, no more walls, no more starving, no more shouting, no more searching for a safe place to pee."
- "It's like we're all in a great big soup together. But to them, I'm not even a pickle. I'm just a crumb."
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∙ 11y ago"You are what you are" -page 22
"Misha Pilsudski…" I kept saying "Misha Pilsudski… Misha Pilsudski" Page 31
"Misha Pilsudski!!"-Page 41
"I thought of the other boys. I hoped they were safe." Page 144
"I never saw Doctor Korczak eat." Page 147
"Misha, Misha, is it not a beautiful day." I looked around. It looked like any other day to me." Page 148
" I'm not you're mother" - Page 149
"Uncle Shepsel stayed back in the room" Page 150
"Children! Children! Come with me! We go to the Candy Mountain! Follow me! Follow me!"- Page 150
"Janina pulled something from her pocket. It was a milkweed pod. She must have plucked it from the milkweed pod in the alley. It looked empty. She blew into it. Three or four puffs rose into the air. They sailed up and out of the grave, past Mr. Milgrom, and into the gray sky and the black falling bombs." Page 151
" Mr. Milgrom pushed his pill cabinet and the table to the other side of the room. To the people he said, "You can have the mattress" [Mrs. Milgrom's]- page 152
"Real mothers don't die"- Page 88
"I think of all the voices that have told me who I have been, the names I've had. Call me thief. Call me stupid. Call me gypsy. Call me Jew. Call me one-eared Jack. I don't care. Empty-handed victims once told me who I was. Then Uri told me. Then an armband. Then an immigration officer. And now this little girl in my lap, this little girl whose call silences the trampling Jackboots. Her voice will be the last. I was. Now I am. I am . . . Poppynoodle." Page 204
"We don't exist"- page 88
"So Himmler-Number Two Boss Jackboot, Master of All Jews Not to Mention Gypsies-was a one-eyed chicken. At that moment, I began losing respect for Jackboots. I no longer wanted to be one."-page 117
"Don't look guilty."- page 123
""When you're nothing, you're free to believe in anything."- Page 49
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∙ 12y agomilkweed is a symbol. it symbolizes hope and happiness, like how it is the only green thing growing in the warsaw ghetto.
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What is the names of Jerry Spinelli books?
Some of them are: 1. Eggs 2. Smiles To Go 3. Star Girl 4. Space station 7th Grade 5. Milkweed 6. I can be anything! 7. Today I will 8. Wringer Those are a few out of the 24 books he has made.
What are some words that describe the book Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli that starts with the letter x?
There are no words that describe the book "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli that start with the letter X.
What are some important things that happened to Jerry Spinelli?
I never had a baby.
What are some alliteration examples in Loser by Jerry Spinelli?
Some examples of alliteration in "Loser" by Jerry Spinelli include "bully beats," "schoolteachers scowl," and "bawling babies." These instances of alliteration help create rhythm and emphasize certain phrases in the text.
Who inspired Jerry Spinelli to write the book Stargirl?
Jerry Spinelli was inspired to write the book "Stargirl" by his own experiences of observing quirky and unique individuals in high school. He wanted to explore themes of nonconformity, individuality, and the impact one person can have on a community.
Who are minor characters in the book Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli?
Some minor characters in the book "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli include Anna Grisdale, Charlie Spinelli, Kevin Quinlan, and Archie Brubaker. These characters play supporting roles in the story but are not the main focus of the narrative.
What are some of Jerry Spinelli books?
Maniac Magee Eggs Who put that hair in my toothbrush? ha ha ha to people who don't know this :
What are some character traits of Misha Pilsudski?
Misha Pilsudski from "All the Light We Cannot See" is intelligent, resourceful, and compassionate. He is a talented radio technician with a deep sense of loyalty to those he cares about, particularly to his sister, Marie-Laure. Despite facing challenges and hardships, Misha exhibits courage and determination in his actions.
What were some of the challenges Jerry Spinelli faced?
Some challenges were having at least 4 books rejected.
What are some Jerry Spinelli's fear's?
Jerry Spinelli's fears include not being able to come up with new ideas for his writing, not meeting readers' expectations, and possibly running out of stories to tell. However, he has said that fear is a natural part of the writing process and tries to use it as a source of inspiration.
Why is loser by Jerry Spinelli a banned book?
"Loser" by Jerry Spinelli has been banned in some schools due to its themes of bullying, teasing, and social hierarchy. Some parents and educators have objected to the language and behavior depicted in the book, as well as the portrayal of school life. However, many defenders of the book argue that it provides valuable lessons about self-acceptance and resilience for young readers.
How tall is milkweed?
Some milkweed get 4 feet tall. Tropical milkweed is much shorter, perhaps 18 inches tall.
