Ahmed's Dilemma in the Basement

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Upon entering the room, what was Ahmed's initial impression of the space?

  • A crypt or burial chamber, due to its emptiness and cobwebs. (correct)
  • A hidden library filled with ancient texts.
  • A dusty attic used for storage.
  • A secret passage leading to another location.

What was Ahmed's primary concern upon realizing he was in trouble in the room?

  • That he would never find his way out of the basement.
  • That he would run out of food and water.
  • That the room was haunted.
  • That he would be arrested for breaking and entering. (correct)

Among the items Ahmed possessed when he found himself in trouble, which of these was explicitly mentioned?

  • A map and compass.
  • A fake passport and a watch. (correct)
  • A mobile phone and wallet.
  • A backpack full of supplies.

Which of the following best describes Madame Pauline based on the information provided?

<p>An opinionated and multilingual observer. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What interrupted Max while he was practicing writing his name?

<p>The ringing of the doorbell. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Crypt

A crypt is an underground room or vault used for burial.

Fake passport

A fake passport is a fraudulent document used to misrepresent identity and nationality.

Dictée

Dictée is a weekly French spelling test focused on dictation of words.

Madame Pauline

An old Flemish woman hired to observe Ahmed, fluent in multiple languages.

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Swollen glands

Swollen glands are swollen lymph nodes often indicating infection or illness.

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Study Notes

Ahmed's Situation

  • Ahmed, believing he's discovered a crypt, hides in a hidden room in a basement.
  • He has no money, phone, or even enough money for transportation home.
  • He finds a room with a hidden alcove for possible seclusion.
  • Hesitates but decides to hide for a while.

Hiding in the Basement

  • He stealthily goes to a laundry room to dry himself off and uses a blanket for cover.
  • He crept back to the hidden room within the basement.
  • He stripped off his clothes and collapsed on the blanket.

Madame Pauline's Comment

  • Madame Pauline notices Ahmed's bad handwriting.
  • She comments on his poor handwriting and notes it's a problem.

Trouble with Max

  • The School of Misery wouldn't be so bad if Ahmed could just play Minecraft.
  • This is a problem because Madame Pauline, his overseer, will keep him on task.

Language Issues for Max

  • Madame Pauline is fluent in three languages (French, Dutch, and English).
  • She has strong opinions about everything, even video games.
  • In French, some words that sound the same are written differently.

Max's Spelling Test

  • Max is studying for his weekly spelling test in French (dictée).
  • He finds the spelling test very challenging.

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