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Questions and Answers
What is the primary focus of the excerpt?
What is the primary focus of the excerpt?
- An in-depth discussion of cultural differences between the characters.
- A conversation between two young men about books and photos. (correct)
- A description of a specific place and its significance to the characters.
- A detailed analysis of "The Calculus Affair."
What can be inferred about the relationship between Ahmed and Max?
What can be inferred about the relationship between Ahmed and Max?
- They are rivals competing for the same academic achievements.
- They are colleagues working on a shared project.
- They are distant relatives meeting for the first time.
- They are close friends or acquaintances who share a playful dynamic. (correct)
Which of the following best describes the tone of the excerpt?
Which of the following best describes the tone of the excerpt?
- Formal and academic
- Somber and reflective
- Lighthearted and playful (correct)
- Serious and analytical
What is "The Calculus Affair" likely to be?
What is "The Calculus Affair" likely to be?
What does the mention of an Arabic version of "The Calculus Affair" suggest?
What does the mention of an Arabic version of "The Calculus Affair" suggest?
What type of photos does Max show Ahmed?
What type of photos does Max show Ahmed?
What does the description of Ahmed suggest about his personality?
What does the description of Ahmed suggest about his personality?
What is the main purpose of including the photo albums in the excerpt?
What is the main purpose of including the photo albums in the excerpt?
Flashcards
Ahmed
Ahmed
A young man portrayed with intelligence and humor in the dialogue.
Max
Max
A playful young man, characterized by curiosity and laughter.
Books
Books
Central to the characters' conversation, including 'The Calculus Affair.'
The Calculus Affair
The Calculus Affair
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Photo Albums
Photo Albums
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Playfulness
Playfulness
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Cultural Contrast
Cultural Contrast
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Close Relationship
Close Relationship
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Study Notes
Father's Words and Reaction
- Father's words are difficult to speak
- Son asks if father is an English teacher
- Son asks what happened to his father
- Father's reaction is to avoid the question, trying to teach English instead
Max and Ahmed
- Max is surprised by Ahmed's question
- Max offers to help with a dictionary
- Max and Ahmed discuss Superman
- Ahmed corrects Max's pronunciation of a name
- Ahmed makes a joke, and Max reacts with laughter
Book Discussion
- Max presents a book to Ahmed
- Ahmed asks if the book is about someone else
- Max answers a question about a character
- Max and Ahmed argue about where someone lives
- Max shares photos on his phone
City Discussion
- Ahmed describes Brussels
- Max describes Washington, D.C.
- Max says that Brussels and Washington, D.C are similar in some ways
- Max thinks the people in D.C. are friendly
- Ahmed looks at photos on Max's phone
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