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What is the primary reason Ahmed and Max hide in the train restroom?
What is the primary reason Ahmed and Max hide in the train restroom?
- To prank the train conductor by occupying the restroom for an extended period.
- To evade a police officer who might be suspicious of them. (correct)
- To avoid paying for a ticket upgrade to first class.
- To find a private place to discuss their travel plans without being overheard.
Why does Ahmed include Max in his prayers, even though Max does not believe in a God?
Why does Ahmed include Max in his prayers, even though Max does not believe in a God?
- To secretly convert Max to his own religious beliefs.
- To provide Max with a sense of comfort, regardless of Max's belief.
- To mock Max's atheism sarcastically.
- To show solidarity and support for his friend during a difficult time. (correct)
What does Ahmed hope the police officer will think if he notices them?
What does Ahmed hope the police officer will think if he notices them?
- That they are lost tourists searching for directions.
- That they are scouts heading to the cafe. (correct)
- That they are undercover police officers on a mission.
- That they are train inspectors checking tickets.
What does Ahmed's anticipation of seeing his father reveal about his emotional state?
What does Ahmed's anticipation of seeing his father reveal about his emotional state?
How does Max's action of holding the door open after stepping out affect Ahmed's perception of the situation?
How does Max's action of holding the door open after stepping out affect Ahmed's perception of the situation?
What does the phrase 'Survival didn't always come down to bravery or smarts; sometimes it was just luck in deciding between bad choices' suggest about Ahmed's mindset?
What does the phrase 'Survival didn't always come down to bravery or smarts; sometimes it was just luck in deciding between bad choices' suggest about Ahmed's mindset?
What is the most likely reason the older man scowls at Ahmed when entering the restroom?
What is the most likely reason the older man scowls at Ahmed when entering the restroom?
What is the significance of Max calling out 'It's occupied!' in French?
What is the significance of Max calling out 'It's occupied!' in French?
What does Ahmed mean when he whispers to Max, 'Unlock door, go out. If you see police, come back like you feel ill.'?
What does Ahmed mean when he whispers to Max, 'Unlock door, go out. If you see police, come back like you feel ill.'?
What is the most likely reason Ahmed feels relieved upon seeing the Belgian flag?
What is the most likely reason Ahmed feels relieved upon seeing the Belgian flag?
Flashcards
Vestibule (on a train)
Vestibule (on a train)
A small room on a train with a sink and toilet.
Slid (past)
Slid (past)
To move or pass stealthily, smoothly, or unobtrusively.
Fluttered (stomach)
Fluttered (stomach)
An automatic emotional response to something.
Draw as little attention
Draw as little attention
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Study Notes
- Only one place to hide on the train.
- Calmly, Ahmed leads Max down the aisle, trying not to think about the police officer's rifle.
- They aim to appear as two Scouts heading to the café.
- Ahmed presses the electronic panel to enter the next car.
Hiding in the Toilet
- Ahmed and Max squeeze into an unoccupied toilet.
- The only place to sit is the toilet.
- Ahmed instructs Max to pretend he is alone if there is a knock.
- Ahmed prays, including Max in his prayers despite Max's disbelief.
- Someone knocks and tries to open the door.
- Max replies in French that the toilet is occupied.
- Ahmed exhales, trying to discern the police officer's footsteps.
- Ahmed tells Max to leave and return feigning illness if he sees the police.
Impatient Man
- Max opens the door to an older, impatient man rather than a police officer.
- Ahmed and Max return to their seats, trying to remain inconspicuous, and open their books.
- Ahmed hopes the police officer does not come back.
- He pictures reuniting with his father (Baba), which excites him.
Arrival
- After a half-hour delay, the train pulls into a station.
- Max notices Belgian police officer trotting on the platform.
- Ahmed spots the Belgian flag which has black, red, and gold stripes
- They crossed the German border and made it back to Belgium.
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