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Which statement best reflects the role of schools during wartime, as experienced by the author?
Which statement best reflects the role of schools during wartime, as experienced by the author?
- Schools strictly adhered to the regular academic calendar, unaffected by external conflicts or security concerns.
- Schools primarily functioned as recruitment centers for the resistance movement, instilling patriotic fervor in students.
- Schools became inaccessible due to frequent bombings and curfews, leading to a complete disruption of education.
- Schools offered a structured environment and a sense of normalcy, providing a temporary escape from the surrounding turmoil. (correct)
How did teachers like Miss Ulfat contribute to the students' development, especially considering the societal context?
How did teachers like Miss Ulfat contribute to the students' development, especially considering the societal context?
- By emphasizing the importance of marriage and family over personal aspirations and education.
- By discouraging critical thinking and promoting rote memorization to ensure conformity.
- By fostering a belief in their potential and inspiring them to challenge societal norms. (correct)
- By reinforcing traditional gender roles and preparing girls for domestic responsibilities.
What does the author's description of Madam Maryam, the headmistress, suggest about the changing roles of women in their society?
What does the author's description of Madam Maryam, the headmistress, suggest about the changing roles of women in their society?
- It highlights a progressive shift towards female empowerment, with women assuming leadership positions and earning their own wages. (correct)
- It reflects a superficial change, where women hold titles but lack genuine influence or autonomy.
- It exemplifies the limited opportunities available to women, even in positions of authority, due to societal constraints.
- It implies a return to traditional roles, with women primarily focused on domestic duties and childcare.
In what way did the upper school curriculum encourage critical thinking and intellectual curiosity among students?
In what way did the upper school curriculum encourage critical thinking and intellectual curiosity among students?
How did the external conflicts, such as the presence of the Taliban and the ongoing war, influence the students' discussions and perspectives?
How did the external conflicts, such as the presence of the Taliban and the ongoing war, influence the students' discussions and perspectives?
Considering the various challenges in the author's environment, what does the pursuit of knowledge and academic excellence signify?
Considering the various challenges in the author's environment, what does the pursuit of knowledge and academic excellence signify?
What can be inferred about the author's attitude towards education, based on the details provided?
What can be inferred about the author's attitude towards education, based on the details provided?
How might the emphasis on academic competition in upper school affect students in the context of ongoing conflict and instability?
How might the emphasis on academic competition in upper school affect students in the context of ongoing conflict and instability?
What underlying message did teachers convey by emphasizing that 'great leaders and scientists were once children, too'?
What underlying message did teachers convey by emphasizing that 'great leaders and scientists were once children, too'?
What could be the long-term implications of teachers nurturing dreams in a country where sending girls to school was deemed a waste of resources?
What could be the long-term implications of teachers nurturing dreams in a country where sending girls to school was deemed a waste of resources?
Flashcards
Refuge during wartime
Refuge during wartime
School provided a safe space amidst bombings and chaos.
Challenges of attendance
Challenges of attendance
School attendance was disrupted by bomb blasts and curfews.
Motivational teaching
Motivational teaching
Teachers encouraged students despite societal views on girls.
Madam Maryam
Madam Maryam
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Engaging subjects
Engaging subjects
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Questioning authority
Questioning authority
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Impact of the Taliban
Impact of the Taliban
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Student competition
Student competition
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Girls' education challenges
Girls' education challenges
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Exploration of concepts
Exploration of concepts
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Study Notes
2008: What Terrorism Feels Like
- Daily life continued despite bombings and killings, with school providing a haven from the city's turmoil.
- Attendance wasn't always possible due to bomb blasts and curfews, and noisy helicopters sometimes disrupted classes.
- Students sometimes had to go home early.
- Students felt encouraged and appreciated when teachers recognized their talents.
- A new teacher, Madam Maryam, inspired students with her intelligence and independence.
- Academic subjects became more challenging in upper school, including algebra, chemistry, and physics.
- Students were encouraged to ask questions and explore their curiosity.
- The topic of the Taliban and the Swat army frequently arose in discussions.
Student Experiences
- Students' friendships became more competitive, centered on getting good grades, and wanting to achieve top marks.
- Students enjoyed their studies, encouraged by teachers.
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Description
This lesson explores the experiences of students living through the terrorism in 2008. It highlights how daily life was disrupted by bombings and curfews, yet school provided a haven. The lesson further explores student friendships, academic challenges, and the impact of inspiring teachers.
