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Honolulu

This is where Rachel lived with her family as a child.

Waikiki

This is a coastal area of Oahu's capital city now known for its beaches and hotels.

poi

This is made from the taro plant.

matryoska

This is what Rachel's father gives her after his latest sailing voyage.

Forest Street School

This is where Sarah publicly reveals that Rachel has leprosy.

Kalihi Receiving Station

This is where people suspected of leprosy are sent for evaluation.

Maui

This is where Haleola is from.

haole

This word translates as "white foreigner."

kahuna

This is a practitioner of traditional Hawaiian folk healing.

ho'oponopono

This is a type of family gathering.

Aouli

This is the name that came to Rachel's father in a dream.

bacillus laprae

This is the cause of leprosy.

Kalaupapa/Kalaupapa Peninsula

This is located on the north shore of the island of Moloka'i.

Kalawao

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