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Questions and Answers
What initial change did Ahmed make to his prayer routine that indicated a shift in his feelings about his living space?
What initial change did Ahmed make to his prayer routine that indicated a shift in his feelings about his living space?
- He started praying at a different time of day to feel more connected.
- He began to leave his prayer mat out instead of storing it away. (correct)
- He faced a different direction during prayer to symbolize new beginnings.
- He incorporated new verses into his prayers to express his evolving emotions.
Which of the following best describes the contrasting elements of Ahmed's room that highlight his internal conflict?
Which of the following best describes the contrasting elements of Ahmed's room that highlight his internal conflict?
- The vibrant posters and the soft prayer rug.
- The football magazine and the religious prayer mat.
- The superhero poster and the pictures from flyers.
- The chipping cement walls and the homey prayer mat. (correct)
Ahmed's act of decorating his room with posters primarily serves as an example of:
Ahmed's act of decorating his room with posters primarily serves as an example of:
- His intention to impress visitors with his artistic taste.
- His rebellion against family expectations and rules.
- His attempt to create a more personalized and engaging environment. (correct)
- His desire to overtly express his religious beliefs.
The encounter with the butcher who spoke French is significant because it demonstrates Ahmed's:
The encounter with the butcher who spoke French is significant because it demonstrates Ahmed's:
Ahmed's failed attempt at making kibbeh primarily highlights his:
Ahmed's failed attempt at making kibbeh primarily highlights his:
Ahmed's relief at his family's return, despite their arguments, underscores his:
Ahmed's relief at his family's return, despite their arguments, underscores his:
Ahmed's perception that his parents sometimes argued 'just to each other' when the children were asleep suggests his:
Ahmed's perception that his parents sometimes argued 'just to each other' when the children were asleep suggests his:
Ahmed's motivation for spending time with his family is primarily rooted in:
Ahmed's motivation for spending time with his family is primarily rooted in:
The unspoken rule of not intruding into each other's rooms primarily fostered a sense of:
The unspoken rule of not intruding into each other's rooms primarily fostered a sense of:
The security Ahmed felt from knowing everyone followed the room-intrusion rule is best described as:
The security Ahmed felt from knowing everyone followed the room-intrusion rule is best described as:
Flashcards
Ahmed's Prayer Routine
Ahmed's Prayer Routine
Ahmed initially stored his prayer mat but later left it out, creating a homey feeling.
Ahmed's Reminders of Family
Ahmed's Reminders of Family
Ahmed felt comforted by his family’s return, despite disagreements.
Decorating with Posters
Decorating with Posters
Ahmed decorated his room with football posters and superhero images, creating a gallery.
Cooking Kibbeh
Cooking Kibbeh
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Feeling Alone
Feeling Alone
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Family Restrictions
Family Restrictions
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Football Magazines
Football Magazines
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Halal Butcher
Halal Butcher
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Chipping Cement Walls
Chipping Cement Walls
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Symbolism of Prayer
Symbolism of Prayer
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Study Notes
Ahmed's Prayer Routine
- Ahmed started praying again, facing Mecca, and raising his voice during prayer.
- He repeated prayers like "Allah Akbar".
- The imagery of his prayer rug in Aleppo soothed him.
- He hid his prayer mat between prayers.
Cooking and Family
- Ahmed tried cooking kibbeh at home, but the onions burned and the ingredients separated.
- He was disappointed to not taste his mother's typical kibbeh.
- He was relieved to have family back to hear their voices.
- Arguments between families weren't uncommon.
- He preferred to be around his family rather than to be alone in the house.
Daily Life and Activities
- He decorated his room with images from magazines.
- Ahmed used recycled materials for his room decoration.
- He was able to go to his own halal butcher when family was away.
- Family rules prevented him from going past a certain level of the house when family is away.
- He didn't go into the bedrooms of the house, and they didn't go into his.
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