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What significant event does Ahmed anticipate happening after leaving the tent?
What significant event does Ahmed anticipate happening after leaving the tent?
- Arriving in Calais (correct)
- Finding a new job
- Meeting his sister Nouri
- Reuniting with Baba
What specifically demonstrates that Ahmed is preparing to leave the tent?
What specifically demonstrates that Ahmed is preparing to leave the tent?
- He wraps himself in a blanket for warmth.
- He wedges on his shoes and checks his passport. (correct)
- He kisses Bana and scrawls a note to Ibrahim.
- He pulls the blue plastic tarps tighter.
Why is the cozy warmth in the tent mentioned as significant during the cool summer nights?
Why is the cozy warmth in the tent mentioned as significant during the cool summer nights?
- The warmth was from layers of wool blankets.
- The warmth came from a nearby fire.
- The warmth indicated a malfunctioning heater.
- The warmth was due to the number of bodies. (correct)
What role does Baba's watch play in the narrative?
What role does Baba's watch play in the narrative?
How is Bana comforted during her sleep?
How is Bana comforted during her sleep?
Flashcards
End of Summer
End of Summer
The season transition indicated by dropping temperatures and rainy weather.
Baba's Watch
Baba's Watch
An object representing time and connection to family, specifically Ahmed's father.
Ahmed's Promise
Ahmed's Promise
A commitment made by Ahmed to keep in touch with Ibrahim when he reaches Calais.
300 Euros
300 Euros
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Tent Life
Tent Life
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Study Notes
Chapter 5 Summary
- The temperature dropped on September 1st, signaling the end of summer.
- Nights were only comfortable in the tent due to the heat.
- Rain fell heavily, saturating the ground despite the tent's tarp protection.
- Ahmad waited until midnight.
- Heard Ibrahim snoring and Bana whining.
- Zainab pulled Ibrahim closer.
- Checked his passport for the euros.
- Kissed Bana gently on the cheek like he did Nouri.
- Wrote a note to Ibrahim thanking him.
- Promised to contact him when he reached Calais.
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