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Questions and Answers
What is the primary emotion experienced by the characters in the excerpt?
What is the primary emotion experienced by the characters in the excerpt?
Where does the scene primarily take place?
Where does the scene primarily take place?
What triggers Max's initial horror?
What triggers Max's initial horror?
How does Claire contribute to the scene?
How does Claire contribute to the scene?
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How do the characters primarily communicate?
How do the characters primarily communicate?
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What is Max's main concern?
What is Max's main concern?
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What is the overall mood of the excerpt?
What is the overall mood of the excerpt?
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How does Max react to the developing situation?
How does Max react to the developing situation?
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Flashcards
Max
Max
The main character caught in a terrorist attack.
Max's Mother
Max's Mother
A concerned parent involved in the family crisis.
Setting
Setting
A family home in Brussels during a terrorist attack.
Fearful Scene
Fearful Scene
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Claire's actions
Claire's actions
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Preparation
Preparation
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Communication
Communication
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Summary of the event
Summary of the event
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Study Notes
Farah and Max's Concerns
- Farah's mother's initial happiness turned to worry over Islamic extremism, affecting her expression.
- Max's father commented that Islamic extremism was a major problem in the Middle East and Asia, as well as Europe.
Max's Anxiety
- Max was frightened by the news of a terrorist attack at a theater.
- He was concerned for the people trapped inside, wondering if these were their last moments.
- Max focused on keeping his parents talking to avoid them getting up to check on Claire.
Claire's Actions
- Claire managed to quickly remove her makeup and clothing, while hiding from her parents.
- She waited for a moment to speak with Max, seemingly calm and understanding.
Max's Parents' Reactions
- Max's parents were glued to their phones, focused on the unfolding news.
- A crisis had caused the family to worry for the lives of others.
- His father noticed that the terrorists could be carrying suicide vests, and believed the authorities were concerned about this.
Max's Actions
- Max quickly sent a message to his family and friends letting them know he was alright
- He ran upstairs to get his phone and began to type a message before running down to console him mother.
- Max reacted quickly to the news by informing his parents that the attack was over and they could relax.
Claire's Actions (Continued)
- Claire hid in her parents' room to avoid being discovered by her parents.
- Max's mother asked Max what he was doing and worried about Claire, Max responded that it was too late as she was already safe in her room.
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Description
This quiz explores the impact of external events, such as terrorism and extremism, on family relationships and individual anxieties. It delves into the reactions of different family members as they navigate their fears and concerns in turbulent times. Understand how these dynamics shape their interactions and emotional responses.
