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Why did Ahmed open the little door and listen?

To check if his family was awake and about to come downstairs.

To hear if his father was already in the basement looking for him.

To confirm that no one was present upstairs before he left the house. (correct)

To ensure the laundry room was empty before going to the patio.

What action demonstrates Ahmed's emotional attachment to the orchids?

He said goodbye to them and took the healthiest one with him. (correct)

He considered selling them to get bus fare.

He watered them one last time before heading to the laundry room.

He moved them to a safer location in the bike and ski room.

What detail emphasizes Ahmed's unpreparedness for leaving?

His unexpected feeling of coldness and lack of warm clothing. (correct)

His worry about his father finding him.

His decision to leave the coins behind.

His realization that he had no bus fare.

Why did Ahmed leave the coins he found behind?

He wanted to prove he was not stealing anything of value from the family. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What realization forced Ahmed to consider going back inside the house?

He understood that the orchid he took would die in the cold. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Ahmed's imagination of his father in the basement with a gun is most likely influenced by:

Depictions of conflict and confrontation commonly seen in movies. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Ahmed's Emotional Farewell

Ahmed feels emotional as he says goodbye to his cherished orchids before leaving.

Decision to Leave

Ahmed chooses to leave home without valuable items, proving he's not a thief.

Cold Night Realization

Ahmed feels cold and regrets not preparing for departure with a coat or blanket.

Concern for the Orchid

Ahmed realizes the orchid he took will die if not brought inside.

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Fear of Father's Reaction

Ahmed imagines his father waiting for him with a gun and heavy footsteps.

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Paralysis Amidst Fear

Despite feeling scared, Ahmed stands still, unable to run away.

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Chapter Fifteen Summary

Ahmed prepares to leave, gathering belongings and concealing them.
He feels a sense of guilt and fear about leaving quickly.
He says a quick goodbye to his orchids.
He leaves the house through the back door, feeling cold.
He regrets not buying a coat or taking warm blankets.
He worries about what Max could do if his father is at home.
He faces a difficult choice about whether to ditch the orchid and run away.
He is rooted to the spot by indecision.

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In this summary of Chapter Fifteen, we explore Ahmed's emotional turmoil as he prepares to leave his home. He grapples with feelings of guilt, fear, and indecision, all while making difficult choices about his belongings and the possible dangers ahead. This chapter highlights themes of uncertainty and the weight of personal choices.