Ahmed's Refugee Experience and Education
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What prompted Max's idea to help Ahmed go to school?

  • Max's guilt over having access to education while Ahmed didn't. (correct)
  • Ahmed's desire to learn how the front of the school looked.
  • Ahmed's constant complaints about not being in school.
  • A conversation they had about forged documents.

    • Why did Ahmed have to leave the refugee camp school in Turkey?

  • He had to work to support his family.
  • His family couldn't afford the fees.
  • The school was destroyed in the bombing.
  • It was overcrowded and offered limited opportunities. (correct)

    • What was the primary obstacle to Ahmed attending school?

  • Financial constraints preventing school enrollment.
  • Lack of proper documentation. (correct)
  • His inability to speak the local language.
  • The ongoing war in Syria.

    • What was Max's initial reaction to the lockdown?

    <p>He embraced the opportunity to stay home and play games. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did Ahmed enter Max's property?

    <p>Through the back door before sunrise. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the most valuable resource Ahmed’s dad had to make so he could get to Europe?

    <p>Fake passport. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What work did Ahmed do in Izmir?

    <p>Baking. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Max's plan to avoid suspicion from the police officer?

    <p>Introduce Ahmed as his best friend from school. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the phrase 'school was a luxury' imply in the context of the story?

    <p>Education was a privilege not accessible to everyone. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why was Max looking at his reflection with bitterness?

    <p>He was reflecting on the unfairness of Ahmed's situation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Ahmed's Background

    Ahmed has been out of school for three years due to war and being a refugee.

    Max's Realization

    Max learns that school is a privilege, not a right, especially for Ahmed.

    Refugee Camp Schooling

    Ahmed attended school in a refugee camp, but it was overcrowded and not viable.

    Plan to Sneak into School

    Max and Ahmed brainstorm a plan for Ahmed to attend school illegally.

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    Forged Passport

    A fake document Ahmed has that allowed him to travel, though it's not legal.

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    Identifying with his Reflection

    Max feels bitter seeing his own reflection, realizing his own privileges.

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    Friendship in Crisis

    Max and Ahmed's bond grows stronger through shared struggles and planning.

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    Fear of Authority

    They have concern about a police officer discovering Ahmed's plan.

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    Educational Luxury

    Max understands that education is a luxury, particularly for refugees like Ahmed.

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    Escape Plan

    The strategy they devise for Ahmed to safely attend school.

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    Study Notes

    Ahmed's Situation

    • Ahmed, reflecting in a glass, feels let down.
    • He feels peaceful and relaxed after looking at his reflection.
    • He reflects on how much he missed school during the lockdown.
    • Three months prior, he craved the freedom to leave school.

    School Closure and Lockdown

    • The school closed for an unspecified reason.
    • Ahmed missed the opportunity to play Minecraft and spend his time freely.
    • The lockdown was not a vacation, but rather a time of hardship.

    Length of Time Away From School

    • Ahmed hasn't been to school for three years.
    • He left Syria a month after a bomb.
    • He is in a refugee camp in Turkey.

    Obtaining a Fake Passport and Smuggling

    • Ahmed's father works in a bakery.
    • He helps with construction work.
    • He works to earn money to pay for fake documents to travel to Europe.
    • There's no time for school.

    Returning to School

    • Max proposes a plan for Ahmed to return to school.
    • Ahmed thinks they need forged identities.
    • They discuss how to get back in without being caught by staff or police.
    • Max suggests that using a back entrance and saying they are friends will reduce suspicion from staff.

    Max and Ahmed's Plan

    • Max assures Ahmed that their plan to return is possible.
    • If a police officer sees them, Max will say they are best friends.
    • Ahmed and Max express intent to be good friends.

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    Explore Ahmed's journey as a refugee navigating the challenges of school closure during the lockdown. Reflect on his experiences of longing for education and the struggles faced while living in a refugee camp. Understand the implications of his father's efforts to secure a future for Ahmed amidst adversity.

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