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What was Ahmed's primary motivation for taking small amounts of money?
What was Ahmed's primary motivation for taking small amounts of money?
- He needed money for essential items like food and reading material. (correct)
- He intended to repay the family once he had earned enough.
- He wanted to accumulate a large sum to run away.
- He felt entitled to compensation for his work.
What detail suggests Ahmed's resourcefulness?
What detail suggests Ahmed's resourcefulness?
- His purchase of an inflatable camping mat.
- His creation of a daily routine involving chores and naps.
- His meticulous orchid care.
- His ability to unlock the basement door. (correct)
Why was the football magazine significant to Ahmed?
Why was the football magazine significant to Ahmed?
- It served as a useful tool for learning French vocabulary.
- It offered a connection to a familiar interest despite the language barrier. (correct)
- It was a status symbol among the other children he encountered.
- It provided him with an understanding of French culture.
What does the camping mat symbolize in the context of Ahmed's situation?
What does the camping mat symbolize in the context of Ahmed's situation?
Which of these BEST describes Ahmed's approach to leaving the house?
Which of these BEST describes Ahmed's approach to leaving the house?
How did Ahmed acquire the key to the basement?
How did Ahmed acquire the key to the basement?
What is the main source of Ahmed's anxiety regarding earning money?
What is the main source of Ahmed's anxiety regarding earning money?
What indicates that the family Ahmed is staying with may be unaware of his presence?
What indicates that the family Ahmed is staying with may be unaware of his presence?
What is the significance of the wet October leaves?
What is the significance of the wet October leaves?
Ahmed's daily routine primarily revolves around which two contrasting activities?
Ahmed's daily routine primarily revolves around which two contrasting activities?
Flashcards
Ahmed's key search
Ahmed's key search
Ahmed searches for a ring of identical keys to unlock the basement door.
Money dilemma
Money dilemma
Ahmed struggles with the moral issue of taking money from the wealthy family.
Finding change
Finding change
Ahmed discovers coins hidden around the house, such as on the mantel and under cushions.
Shopping at the supermarket
Shopping at the supermarket
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Football magazine
Football magazine
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Daily routine
Daily routine
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Inflatable camping mat
Inflatable camping mat
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Cautious sneaking out
Cautious sneaking out
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Wealthy family
Wealthy family
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Comfort from cold
Comfort from cold
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Study Notes
Chapter Eleven Summary
- Ahmed searches for keys, finds a ring of keys and a couple of euro coins.
- He sneaks out after the family leaves for work and school.
- He buys food and a magazine with his found money.
- He notices change around the house and gathers it.
- He plans to return the money eventually.
- He finds an inflatable camping mat and adds it to his list of things to pilfer.
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Description
This summary of Chapter Eleven captures Ahmed's adventures as he searches for keys and finds unexpected treasures. He uses found money to buy food and a magazine, and prepares to return the money he takes. Join Ahmed in his intriguing journey of survival and moral dilemmas.
