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What was the initial reaction of the students and teachers to the loud roar and commotion outside their school?
What was the initial reaction of the students and teachers to the loud roar and commotion outside their school?
- They rushed to the courtyard to investigate the source of the disturbance. (correct)
- They contacted authorities to report the unusual activity.
- They immediately sought shelter, fearing an attack.
- They continued with their lessons, ignoring the noise.
How did the author and other students initially interpret the 'plunk' sounds they heard during the army's arrival?
How did the author and other students initially interpret the 'plunk' sounds they heard during the army's arrival?
- They believed it was the sound of gunfire, indicating an ongoing battle.
- They initially mistook the sounds for something falling from the sky, eventually realizing it was candy. (correct)
- They realized the sounds were Fazlullah's men surrendering to the army.
- They thought the sounds were part of a planned military exercise.
What was the significance of the army helicopters landing on the Mingora golf course, according to the author's perspective?
What was the significance of the army helicopters landing on the Mingora golf course, according to the author's perspective?
- It indicated the army's intention to establish a permanent base in Swat.
- It represented a strategic military maneuver to secure a key area.
- It was seen as a temporary inconvenience that disrupted recreational activities.
- It symbolized the fulfillment of their prayers for someone to stand up against Fazlullah. (correct)
How did the sudden disappearance of Fazlullah's men impact the daily lives and sense of security of the author and her family?
How did the sudden disappearance of Fazlullah's men impact the daily lives and sense of security of the author and her family?
Based on the context, what does the imposition of a curfew by the army suggest about the situation in Mingora?
Based on the context, what does the imposition of a curfew by the army suggest about the situation in Mingora?
What does the phrase 'like snow melting into the ground' suggest about the disappearance of Fazlullah's men?
What does the phrase 'like snow melting into the ground' suggest about the disappearance of Fazlullah's men?
What can be inferred from the author's reaction to the word 'curfew' and her need to seek an explanation from her neighbor?
What can be inferred from the author's reaction to the word 'curfew' and her need to seek an explanation from her neighbor?
Considering the author's perspective and the events described, how did the arrival of the army impact the children's sense of normalcy and freedom?
Considering the author's perspective and the events described, how did the arrival of the army impact the children's sense of normalcy and freedom?
How does the symbolic act of soldiers tossing candy from helicopters contrast with the reality of the situation in Swat?
How does the symbolic act of soldiers tossing candy from helicopters contrast with the reality of the situation in Swat?
Based on the events in the text, how did the shift from Fazlullah's control to the army's presence alter the experience of living in Mingora for the author and her community?
Based on the events in the text, how did the shift from Fazlullah's control to the army's presence alter the experience of living in Mingora for the author and her community?
Flashcards
Swat
Swat
A region in Pakistan where the story takes place.
Fazlullah
Fazlullah
The antagonist and leader of militants in Swat.
Army Intervention
Army Intervention
Military action taken to restore order in Swat.
Candy from the Sky
Candy from the Sky
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Curfew
Curfew
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Helicopters
Helicopters
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Fear in Mingora
Fear in Mingora
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Civilian Reaction
Civilian Reaction
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Disappearance of militants
Disappearance of militants
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Childhood games
Childhood games
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Study Notes
Candy from the Sky
- Autumn of 2007, students and teachers in a Swat classroom heard loud helicopter noises.
- Soldiers in green uniforms and Kalashnikov rifles swarmed the town.
- The soldiers subsequently disappeared, leaving Mingora in a tense and frightened state.
- Students stopped playing cricket and hide-and-seek in the street.
- Soldiers threw candy from helicopters to students.
- Army imposed a curfew.
- Told students to stay indoors.
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Description
In 2007, soldiers appeared in Mingora, Swat, creating fear among students and teachers. They threw candy from helicopters before disappearing after imposing a curfew and instructing students to remain indoors.
