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What is the primary source of Ahmed's anxiety?
What is the primary source of Ahmed's anxiety?
What is implied about Ahmed's relationship with Max?
What is implied about Ahmed's relationship with Max?
What literary technique is primarily used to convey Ahmed's emotional state?
What literary technique is primarily used to convey Ahmed's emotional state?
The excerpt suggests Ahmed may be a refugee or asylum seeker. Which phrase provides the strongest support for this inference?
The excerpt suggests Ahmed may be a refugee or asylum seeker. Which phrase provides the strongest support for this inference?
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What is the most likely genre of the larger text from which this excerpt is taken?
What is the most likely genre of the larger text from which this excerpt is taken?
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Flashcards
Ahmed's uncertainty
Ahmed's uncertainty
Ahmed feels unsure about his future and options.
End of school year
End of school year
The time when students finish their academic year, causing stress for Ahmed.
Concern for support
Concern for support
Ahmed seeks trust and recognition from others during a crucial time.
Relationship with Max
Relationship with Max
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Potential dangers
Potential dangers
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Study Notes
Character Interactions and Plot
- Ahmed, a Syrian refugee, is planning to return to Washington, but is temporarily staying in a school setting.
- Max, a character, is helping Ahmed with his situation.
- Max's parents enrolled him over the phone and mailed the paperwork for school to allow him to attend school unsupervised.
- Max is arranging for Ahmed to be taken care of while he is in school.
- Max and Ahmed have dialogue about the need to maintain secrecy.
- Ahmed is concerned Max might not be trusted by those involved.
Ahmed's Situation
- Ahmed is an illegal Syrian refugee.
- He is squatting in a basement.
- The police are searching for Muslim terrorists.
- He is forced to hide from the authorities.
- He is worried about the time and dangers involved with his plan.
- Ahmed seeks to navigate a difficult and dangerous situation, relying on Max to help him.
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Dive into the complex interactions between Ahmed, a Syrian refugee, and Max, who offers him assistance in a school setting. This quiz explores their dialogue and the tension of secrecy surrounding Ahmed's precarious situation. Analyze the themes of trust, danger, and resilience in a challenging environment.