Breadwinner Characters Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a physical description of Parvana?

Dresses like a boy

Wears Hossain's clothes

Short, curly hair

Long, stringy hair (correct)

What is the relationship between Parvana and Nooria?

Nooria is Parvana's older sister.

What is the primary action Kaseem helps with?

Dressing as a boy (correct)

Taking care of Ali

Cooking for the family

Playing football

Match the following characters with their descriptions:

Parvana = Long, stringy hair, dresses like a boy Nooria = Grumpy older sister with thick hair Ali = Youngest sibling who complains Hossain = Kind, played football, died in a land mine Signup and view all the answers

What happened to Hossain?

He died in a land mine. Signup and view all the answers

Mrs. Weera is described as unhelpful.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is a well-known trait of the Taliban as per the descriptions?

Cruel and careless Signup and view all the answers

Who is Shauzia?

Parvana's friend who dresses like a boy. Signup and view all the answers

Ali is the ______ in the family.

youngest Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Characters in "The Breadwinner"

Parvana
- Long, stringy hair; disguised as a boy for safety.
- Kind-hearted, takes on household responsibilities, sacrifices for family daily.
Kaseem
- Adopted name when Parvana dresses as a boy; short hair, wears Hossain's clothes.
- Represents Parvana's resilience to provide for her family amidst danger.
Nooria
- Parvana's older sister with thick hair; considered attractive.
- Exhibits grumpiness and sibling rivalry; assumes the older sibling role after Hossain’s death.
Maryam
- Artistic younger sister of Parvana, signifies the innocence of childhood in tough circumstances.
Ali
- The youngest sibling, known for being vocal about his grievances to their mother.
Hossain
- Kind brother who enjoyed football; died tragically due to a land mine explosion, representing the loss of youth in conflict.
Father
- Elderly man with a lost leg and a beard; prior teacher and educated individual.
- Taken away to prison, illustrating the impact of war on families and the loss of paternal support.
Mrs. Weera
- A courageous and supportive figure; offers assistance to Parvana's family, representing hope and solidarity in desperate situations.
Taliban
- Notable for their oppressive attire, including turbans and rifles; embodies cruelty and disregard for women's rights.
- Actively prevents education for women and inflicts suffering on families.
Shauzia
- Dresses as a boy named Shafiq; Parvana's friend who desires a more normal life.
- Represents the shared struggles of girls in conflict zones seeking freedom and identity.

Description

Explore key characters from the book 'The Breadwinner' through these flashcards. Each card highlights physical descriptions and personal traits, focusing on the main character Parvana and her interactions. Enhance your understanding of the characters and their roles in the story.