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I would prepare myself more than just that I would most likely I would start to get help from others

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f I was Viji I would pack more stuff like food and water before I left Appa and Amma. I don't think they made the right decision to leave though because now they are out in the city.For example, they don't have a lot of food to eat in the city and if they stayed home they would will have a good shelter and have just enough food so they don't starve.

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If i were Viji I would do the same thing because I wouldn't want Appa to hurt Amma again and I wouldn't want Appa to hurt me anymore. But something else that I would do is save up some more rupees and more food so i could surive awhile longer and feed Rukku.

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I agree with Viji on why she chose to run away with Rukku because Viji and Rukku were not living in a good home because of Appa. If that were me I would have not ran away because I live differently than Viji and Rukku. I think that Viji should have been more prepared because now there stuck with no more food or water and maybe some green candies for Rukku because they keep her calm. And they barely have any money. I also think it was good that they met Muthu and Arul because now they're not alone.

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I think that Viji made the right decision when she ran away because their father would have kept abusing them if Viji and Rukku hadn't left. I think Viji should have prepared more because they had almost nothing. Viji should have gotten more supplies so that her and Rukku could have had a better start.

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If I was Viji I would pack more stuff like food and water before I left NOT DONE!!!

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I personally can not empathize with Viji. For reasons like, she forced Rukku to go with her to the city, she dropped the tea cup, and she put Rukku in danger many times. I do empathize with Rukku because she has barely any control of what happens

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I agree with Viji when she decided on running away. Personally, I would not run away, but Viji has a different life than I do. Viji chose to run away because she thought it would be better for her and Rukku. I think later in the book, something is going to happen to Viji and Rukku will have to take care of herself. I´m very excited to read The Bridge Home and o see what happens next...

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Hi, my name is Carter. I am 12 years old, and in grade seven. So far I feel like The Bridge Home is a great and entertaining book so far. The suspense mixed with the relatability of the book makes it so unique. The part ealier in the book when Viji felt the need to leave and find a safer place to live. In my opinion it was a great idea with a bit of a rushed execution. I believe that they should have come in contact with someone if they need things like money, a home, food, and really someone to guide them. Being the young age that they are, someone who is trustworthy and helpful, could have been important on there trip. Overall, they had every right to run away and seek a better life. I am excited to continue reading this book with you, and I hope that throughout the book we can continue to connect over the book and talk about what happened

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I agree with Viji about running away, especially if I had an abusive father. Except, I would put more thought into it before I ran away. I would pack more food, save up more money/rupees before hand and bring supplies to make a shelter. I am really excited to see what happens next in the book.

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I think that Viji did the right thing because if she didn't she would keep being abused. I probably would have done the same thing but come a bit more prepared

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If I were in Viji and Rukku's shoes I would prepare more money and more helpful items. But I cant say I've ran away before , but it would probably be the hardest thing for me to not go back ,because I love my family so much.

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Yes I can empathize what Viji did, because Appa mistreats the family and even though he says it will stop it's pretty clear it will not and he'll keep hurting them. Viji's decision brought Rukku and herself to safety.

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If I was in Vijis shoes I would  have still ran away but I would try to be more prepared by bringing as much food and money as possible. Viji and Rukku are struggling to get food because they don't have enough money so they are trying to get jobs to get more money for food.

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If I were Viji I wouldn't have run away because if Rukku ever needs to go to a hospital they will probaby take Rukku away because of her disability. If they stayed they would have a roof over their heads, money from Appa and FOOD.

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If I were Viji I would not have run away. The city is a scary place full of disease and shady people. It does not help their case that they had little supplies for two people. At least at home they had food and a roof over their heads. but on the streets they have to scavenge for food and shelter and jobs. Anyways I love this book so far and can not wait to read more.

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In my opinion if I were Viji I would of ran away, but I would have waited until I had the proper tools for survival. I think Viji jumped the gun and went too fast. If I were her I would have gathered supplies like food, water or rupees before leaving. Due to this fact, I think that in the future they will run into issues like starvation or dehydration. With the rupees that I would have had saved up, I would have gotten a proper shelter. Not to mention, India is not the safest place so before leaving I would have planned a route of where to go. That is how I felt about Viji running away.

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I think Viji made the right decision to run away, she had to keep her sister safe from her dad since she is disabled. But I think she should’ve came a little more prepared for running away. I do think it was great that they met Muthu and Arul because they probably need more company. I’m very excited to see what happens next...

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I really don't know if i agree with Viji or not  because she doesn't have that much food and she also doesn't have that much money but i really hope that Viji and Rukku can survive with Muthu and Arul! Also because i wish she was had more stuff with her because she probably knew that she was going to live in the streets but I loved how she took her sister with her because she didn't want her to be lonely!

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I do not agree with Viji running away and especially because she took her sister to. One of them could get lost or get separated. Viji only had a certain amount of money and it was not a lot. I know that Viji was in a place where she felt uncomfortable and injured but she could have stayed and told someone she knows and trusts that can help her. And she might not have enough food or water or even shelter to live.

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I do not agree with Viji running away from home because she only has  an  amount of money and not a lot of food .I also think that if she  was going to go she should not have taken her sister.And she could talk to another
friend or family member to help her . But i do empathize with her because she has been through a lot of  problems with her father and  how she was being treated .

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Hi! my name is Eva I was born in Canada. Now I moved to Qatar and it is really hot here! I cant wait to do more GAR with you guys! I am 9 years old I am in grade 5. I have a little brother he is in grade 3 this year. His name is Evan .His name is really close to my name too. I love the Bridge from home book . I don't   want Viji to die in the city I want them to survive in the big city or world. I hope they have lots of money and food and stuff to live in the big world. #they are running away.# trying to survive.

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I think viji is going to die because she only has a little food  and she’s probably going to give it to her little sister because she loves her.

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I don’t agree with the idea of Viji running away from her family because she doesn’t have a lot of money and she can’t get a lot of items too.what if she runs out of money how will she buy food to survive and what if she gets cold and get sick how will she stay warm.

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I don’t agree with  vigi thought of running away because by  running away she will get in more trouble and she might even get kidnapped being alone on the streets . But I do empathize with her because of her problems with her dad and the way she was treated . I think she should have stayed at home and try to speak with another family member or to her teacher about the problems she is having .

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I do feel pity  for Viji but I think she made the wrong decision when she escaped from her house because she will have no shelter and food , also she might face some difficulties like mean people and getting sick. If I were Viji I would stay and complain to the police.

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Viji ran away from home and sometimes that can be hard. When she ran away,she will be missing her loved ones. She is probably scared of the world. She will be starving to death with no money no food. She will also be shivering at cold nights in India.

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What does empathize mean ?