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What was Ahmed's immediate reaction upon hearing the news about the School of Happiness?
What was Ahmed's immediate reaction upon hearing the news about the School of Happiness?
- He expressed gratitude and relief.
- He celebrated with a whoop of joy.
- He questioned whether he truly belonged there.
- He hid his face in his hands. (correct)
When does Max first reveal information about the new student?
When does Max first reveal information about the new student?
- During the first week of the new term.
- The first day of school after the Christmas break
- The day before Christmas break (correct)
- During Christmas break
Why does Max inform his grandmother about Ahmed?
Why does Max inform his grandmother about Ahmed?
- To seek permission to invite Ahmed over.
- To gossip about the new student's background.
- To prepare his grandmother for Ahmed's arrival and integration. (correct)
- To express his excitement about having a new classmate.
What is Madame Pauline's initial reaction to the news of a new student?
What is Madame Pauline's initial reaction to the news of a new student?
How does Max defend Ahmed's character to Madame Pauline?
How does Max defend Ahmed's character to Madame Pauline?
What about Madame Pauline's demeanor changes when she learns of Ahmed's origin?
What about Madame Pauline's demeanor changes when she learns of Ahmed's origin?
Flashcards
School of Happiness
School of Happiness
A place where students find joy and acceptance.
Ahmed's reaction
Ahmed's reaction
Ahmed felt overwhelmed and hid his face in hands.
New student from Syria
New student from Syria
A boy joining the class who fled from Syria.
Max's defense
Max's defense
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Prejudice in society
Prejudice in society
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Madame Pauline's distraction
Madame Pauline's distraction
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Study Notes
Chapter Thirty-Four Summary
- A new student, Ahmed, arrived in class after vacation.
- Madame Pauline announced Ahmed's arrival.
- Max was surprised and annoyed that Ahmed was being let into the country.
- Max felt Ahmed was not a terrorist.
- Madame Pauline grew suspicious of car lights as dusk fell.
- Madame Pauline compared Ahmed to herself, implying a shared interest in sports.
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