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Inspector Fontaine's skepticism towards Ahmed in the garden is primarily conveyed through:
Inspector Fontaine's skepticism towards Ahmed in the garden is primarily conveyed through:
- Subtle questioning of Ahmed's claimed expertise and intentions. (correct)
- Direct accusations of Ahmed being responsible for the garden's neglect.
- Threatening Ahmed with legal repercussions if the garden is not immediately improved.
- Openly expressing doubts about Ahmed's age and capabilities to restore the garden.
The setting of the garden in 'ruin' most likely symbolizes:
The setting of the garden in 'ruin' most likely symbolizes:
- The natural cycle of decay and rebirth that Ahmed intends to counteract.
- The broader state of Syria and its recent history of conflict and loss. (correct)
- The historical neglect of Syrian landscapes by its inhabitants.
- The personal neglect of Ahmed and his family towards their property.
Ahmed's assurance to Fontaine that he is 'not radical' is best interpreted as:
Ahmed's assurance to Fontaine that he is 'not radical' is best interpreted as:
- A misunderstanding of Fontaine's concerns, assuming they are politically motivated.
- A strategic move to gain Fontaine's trust and be allowed to work in the garden undisturbed.
- A literal denial of any political affiliations or extreme beliefs.
- An attempt to preemptively address potential prejudices Fontaine might hold against him. (correct)
The central tension in the conversation between Ahmed and Fontaine arises from:
The central tension in the conversation between Ahmed and Fontaine arises from:
Ultimately, Ahmed's decision to begin restoring the garden signifies:
Ultimately, Ahmed's decision to begin restoring the garden signifies:
Flashcards
Ahmed
Ahmed
A fourteen-year-old boy from Syria interested in gardening.
Inspector Fontaine
Inspector Fontaine
A character who doubts Ahmed's knowledge about the garden.
Garden restoration
Garden restoration
The act of repairing and reviving a damaged garden.
Family tragedy
Family tragedy
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Radical doubts
Radical doubts
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Study Notes
Ahmed's Encounter with Inspector Fontaine
- Ahmed, a 14-year-old Syrian boy, is questioned by Inspector Fontaine.
- Ahmed lies about his age and origins (claims he is 14 and from Syria).
- Fontaine is skeptical about Ahmed's knowledge of gardens.
- Fontaine knows Ahmed's family owns a garden and that they are dead.
- Fontaine worries about Ahmed being a radical.
- Fontaine suggests Ahmed work and not become a radical.
- Ahmed assures Fontaine he is not like that and likes gardens.
- Ahmed says he will work.
Garden's Significance
- Fontaine’s grandfather had a garden store.
- The garden was once beautiful, but not as beautiful as it was once.
- Ahmed's grandfather's property was where he spent his boyhood, and it contained his grandfather's garden.
- Fontaine notes there are no gardens like that in Syria.
- Ahmed gets inspired to make the garden vibrant and alive again.
Encounter Details
- Ahmed is given a key to the garden.
- Fontaine's suspicion about Ahmed's knowledge of gardens.
- Ahmed's apprehension and trembling.
- Fontaine's initial softening of attitude towards Ahmed.
- Fontaine's ultimate distrust about Ahmed's honesty.
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