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What initially led Ahmed to believe he might be hallucinating?
What initially led Ahmed to believe he might be hallucinating?
Why did Ahmed find comfort in the sounds from above?
Why did Ahmed find comfort in the sounds from above?
What inhibited Ahmed from helping the orchids he discovered?
What inhibited Ahmed from helping the orchids he discovered?
What was the setting Ahmed observed upon entering the living room?
What was the setting Ahmed observed upon entering the living room?
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What unique physical trait did Ahmed notice about the younger boy in the family photos?
What unique physical trait did Ahmed notice about the younger boy in the family photos?
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How did Ahmed manage his basic needs while in the cellar?
How did Ahmed manage his basic needs while in the cellar?
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How did Ahmed describe the teenage girl in the family photos?
How did Ahmed describe the teenage girl in the family photos?
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What did the sound of the family above Ahmed involve?
What did the sound of the family above Ahmed involve?
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Why did Ahmed avoid exploring the house during the day?
Why did Ahmed avoid exploring the house during the day?
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What connection did Ahmed draw between the family photos and his own experiences?
What connection did Ahmed draw between the family photos and his own experiences?
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Flashcards
Ahmed's Illness
Ahmed's Illness
Ahmed wakes up with a fever and sore throat.
Family Voices
Family Voices
Ahmed hears murmurs from his family above him.
Unknown Accent
Unknown Accent
Ahmed struggles to identify the family's accent.
Sneaking Out
Sneaking Out
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Orchids in the Room
Orchids in the Room
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Living Room Description
Living Room Description
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Family Photos
Family Photos
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Eid al-Fitr Memories
Eid al-Fitr Memories
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Emotional Landscape
Emotional Landscape
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Cold Hallway
Cold Hallway
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Study Notes
Chapter Seven Summary
- Ahmed unexpectedly stayed in the cellar for more than a day.
- His health deteriorated, exhibiting fever, sore throat, and chills.
- He spent days listening to family noises, and hallucinating.
- He felt comforted by the usual family routines.
- He sneaked out to the bathroom at night to refill water.
- He observed a row of potted orchids in a concealed window space.
- The plants were in poor condition, with withered leaves and roots.
- On day four, his illness subsided.
- He was hungry and explored the house at night.
- He noticed photos of a teenage girl and a younger boy,
- The boy in the photos had a noticeable smile that seemed unnatural
- The photos reminded him of Eid al-Fitr celebrations where his father posed him and his sisters on the couch.
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Description
This quiz covers the key events and themes of Chapter Seven, focusing on Ahmed's experience in the cellar. It explores his deteriorating health, hallucinations, and the memories that surface during his confinement. Delve into the details of his observations, including the orchids and family photos, to understand the emotional depth of this chapter.
