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When did Malala wake up?
When did Malala wake up?
16 October, one week after the shooting
Who was the Muslim chaplain in the hospital who was kind to Malala?
Who was the Muslim chaplain in the hospital who was kind to Malala?
Rehanna
What did Dr. Fiona bring to Malala?
What did Dr. Fiona bring to Malala?
a white teddy bear and pink exercise book
What was the only thing that calmed Malala when she was confused over what was happening to her in the hospital?
What was the only thing that calmed Malala when she was confused over what was happening to her in the hospital?
Why couldn't the hospital members tell Malala anything?
Why couldn't the hospital members tell Malala anything?
Why weren't Malala's parents completely reassured after their phone call with her?
Why weren't Malala's parents completely reassured after their phone call with her?
Malala was now known as the ______ of the nation.
Malala was now known as the ______ of the nation.
What does the word 'vulgarity' mean?
What does the word 'vulgarity' mean?
What does the word 'cheeky' mean?
What does the word 'cheeky' mean?
What is a hostel?
What is a hostel?
What does the word 'heinous' mean?
What does the word 'heinous' mean?
What does 'hobnobbing' mean?
What does 'hobnobbing' mean?
What is the role of a chaplain?
What is the role of a chaplain?
What does 'solace' refer to?
What does 'solace' refer to?
What are knickers?
What are knickers?
What are practicals?
What are practicals?
What does the word 'malign' mean?
What does the word 'malign' mean?
What is Marghazar?
What is Marghazar?
What did Malala plan to do in Marghazar?
What did Malala plan to do in Marghazar?
Why was everyone relaxed in April 2012?
Why was everyone relaxed in April 2012?
Why was Malala in disbelief after Moniba told her that she was using the same hand cream?
Why was Malala in disbelief after Moniba told her that she was using the same hand cream?
Why couldn't they see the wali's room in Marghazar?
Why couldn't they see the wali's room in Marghazar?
What does the phrase, 'putting masala on the situation' mean?
What does the phrase, 'putting masala on the situation' mean?
What was the name of the bus driver who drove the 70 students to Marghazar?
What was the name of the bus driver who drove the 70 students to Marghazar?
Why was lunch a disaster at Marghazar?
Why was lunch a disaster at Marghazar?
What letter did Ziauddin receive from the shopkeeper and what did it say?
What letter did Ziauddin receive from the shopkeeper and what did it say?
What is an instance of foreshadowing in chapter 19?
What is an instance of foreshadowing in chapter 19?
Where did Ziauddin say the strangers were from?
Where did Ziauddin say the strangers were from?
What controversial competition did the Khushal School host for children of Mingora?
What controversial competition did the Khushal School host for children of Mingora?
Who is Wakeel Khan Swati?
Who is Wakeel Khan Swati?
In Islam, at what age are you considered an adult?
In Islam, at what age are you considered an adult?
What happened on Malala's birthday?
What happened on Malala's birthday?
Why were the threats different in 2008-9 from the Taliban?
Why were the threats different in 2008-9 from the Taliban?
What did Hidayatullah say about the Taliban?
What did Hidayatullah say about the Taliban?
Who is 'infected' by the Taliban?
Who is 'infected' by the Taliban?
In the evening of August 3rd, what alarming phone call did Ziauddin receive?
In the evening of August 3rd, what alarming phone call did Ziauddin receive?
What was Ziauddin's reaction to the phone call from GeoTV correspondent?
What was Ziauddin's reaction to the phone call from GeoTV correspondent?
What was the irony that arose with Zahid Khan getting shot?
What was the irony that arose with Zahid Khan getting shot?
Why did Ziauddin refuse security?
Why did Ziauddin refuse security?
Why did Ziauddin refuse to leave Swat?
Why did Ziauddin refuse to leave Swat?
What was Ziauddin's only precaution against the Taliban?
What was Ziauddin's only precaution against the Taliban?
What are signs that Ziauddin is anxious despite not expressing his feelings directly?
What are signs that Ziauddin is anxious despite not expressing his feelings directly?
Did Ziauddin and his friends stop campaigning?
Did Ziauddin and his friends stop campaigning?
After people came back from being IDPs, it seemed like the Taliban only targeted...
After people came back from being IDPs, it seemed like the Taliban only targeted...
Why was the local army commander unhappy?
Why was the local army commander unhappy?
How does Zahid Khan's actions demonstrate passionate opinions against the Taliban?
How does Zahid Khan's actions demonstrate passionate opinions against the Taliban?
After Malala received threats, how did her mother react?
After Malala received threats, how did her mother react?
Who is Haroon?
Who is Haroon?
What did Ziauddin encounter in chapter 20 that hints at something bad happening?
What did Ziauddin encounter in chapter 20 that hints at something bad happening?
What is another example of foreshadowing in chapter 20?
What is another example of foreshadowing in chapter 20?
Why do people in Pakistan give rice to the poor?
Why do people in Pakistan give rice to the poor?
Unlike her father, Malala...
Unlike her father, Malala...
What verse did Muslims recite that supposedly kept your home safe from shayatin or devils if done at night?
What verse did Muslims recite that supposedly kept your home safe from shayatin or devils if done at night?
What time of year did Malala pray the most and what does this show?
What time of year did Malala pray the most and what does this show?
Why does Malala love physics?
Why does Malala love physics?
What big event occurs in Malala's mother's life in chapter 21?
What big event occurs in Malala's mother's life in chapter 21?
What is an example of irony that occurs on the day Malala was shot?
What is an example of irony that occurs on the day Malala was shot?
What instance led Atal to leave the rickshaw and walk home, which coincidentally caused him to not witness Malala getting shot?
What instance led Atal to leave the rickshaw and walk home, which coincidentally caused him to not witness Malala getting shot?
How many years has it been since the military operation to drive the Taliban out of Swat had begun?
How many years has it been since the military operation to drive the Taliban out of Swat had begun?
What was strange about the road up the small hill on the day Malala was shot?
What was strange about the road up the small hill on the day Malala was shot?
What was the last thing Malala was thinking about before she was shot?
What was the last thing Malala was thinking about before she was shot?
When Malala was shot, what noises were in her head?
When Malala was shot, what noises were in her head?
In chapter 21, who stopped the van after Malala was shot, asking questions and wasting time?
In chapter 21, who stopped the van after Malala was shot, asking questions and wasting time?
Where was Ziauddin when Malala was shot?
Where was Ziauddin when Malala was shot?
What did Ziauddin immediately think when he received the call?
What did Ziauddin immediately think when he received the call?
Why did Ziauddin continue to deliver his speech when his daughter was shot?
Why did Ziauddin continue to deliver his speech when his daughter was shot?
Why was seeing Malala hurt such a painful thing for her father to witness?
Why was seeing Malala hurt such a painful thing for her father to witness?
At first, did the doctors think that Malala was in critical condition?
At first, did the doctors think that Malala was in critical condition?
Who is Madam Maryam and what role did she play in Malala's personal life?
Who is Madam Maryam and what role did she play in Malala's personal life?
Who was hurt in the bus incident along with Malala?
Who was hurt in the bus incident along with Malala?
Who was the first person who called Ziauddin after Malala got shot?
Who was the first person who called Ziauddin after Malala got shot?
Why was Ziauddin afraid when Malala was being transported by helicopter to Lady Reading Hospital?
Why was Ziauddin afraid when Malala was being transported by helicopter to Lady Reading Hospital?
Who was in the helicopter with Malala?
Who was in the helicopter with Malala?
In Pashtun culture, what happens when someone is in the face of death?
In Pashtun culture, what happens when someone is in the face of death?
What was the worst moment for Malala's mother when she had to stay behind after Malala was shot?
What was the worst moment for Malala's mother when she had to stay behind after Malala was shot?
What rare gesture did Malala's mom do as she watched the helicopter above her fly away?
What rare gesture did Malala's mom do as she watched the helicopter above her fly away?
Instead of Lady Reading Hospital, where was Malala sent?
Instead of Lady Reading Hospital, where was Malala sent?
Why was Ziauddin disturbed by Colonel Junaid?
Why was Ziauddin disturbed by Colonel Junaid?
What did the new CT scan of Malala show that provided bad news?
What did the new CT scan of Malala show that provided bad news?
How much did the governor give Ziauddin for Malala's treatment?
How much did the governor give Ziauddin for Malala's treatment?
Why was Ziauddin irritated even though in his society if someone dies, you feel very honored if one dignitary comes to your home?
Why was Ziauddin irritated even though in his society if someone dies, you feel very honored if one dignitary comes to your home?
Despite Malala's mother's prayers, why did Ziauddin think that 90% of the people waiting outside the OR were just waiting for the news of her death?
Despite Malala's mother's prayers, why did Ziauddin think that 90% of the people waiting outside the OR were just waiting for the news of her death?
How long did Malala's surgery take?
How long did Malala's surgery take?
In Malala's culture, do doctors explain things to patients or relatives?
In Malala's culture, do doctors explain things to patients or relatives?
While Malala was hovering between life and death, what statement did the Taliban issue?
While Malala was hovering between life and death, what statement did the Taliban issue?
Who are Malala's favorite politicians?
Who are Malala's favorite politicians?
Who ordered the attack against Malala according to a Taliban spokesperson?
Who ordered the attack against Malala according to a Taliban spokesperson?
After General Kayani, the army chief, went to visit Malala, why could no one see her at the bedside?
After General Kayani, the army chief, went to visit Malala, why could no one see her at the bedside?
What were the names of the two British doctors that helped treat Malala?
What were the names of the two British doctors that helped treat Malala?
Why did Dr. Fiona Reynolds agree to see Malala for medical reasons despite the risks?
Why did Dr. Fiona Reynolds agree to see Malala for medical reasons despite the risks?
Why were the British doctors unhappy when they arrived in Peshawar to examine Malala?
Why were the British doctors unhappy when they arrived in Peshawar to examine Malala?
What did Rehman Malik, the interior minister bring to the hospital and why was Ziauddin upset?
What did Rehman Malik, the interior minister bring to the hospital and why was Ziauddin upset?
Did the hospital make any changes that Dr. Fiona suggested, and what does this show?
Did the hospital make any changes that Dr. Fiona suggested, and what does this show?
Why was there so much pressure on Dr. Fiona if Malala had any complications?
Why was there so much pressure on Dr. Fiona if Malala had any complications?
At the Rawalpindi hospital, what events took place that can cause the reader to infer that the military was in control?
At the Rawalpindi hospital, what events took place that can cause the reader to infer that the military was in control?
What did Ziauddin read about for the first time in the hospital cook Yaseen's newspapers?
What did Ziauddin read about for the first time in the hospital cook Yaseen's newspapers?
Who is Dr. Raheela Qazi?
Who is Dr. Raheela Qazi?
Why was General Kayani adamant that the Americans should not be involved with Malala's treatment?
Why was General Kayani adamant that the Americans should not be involved with Malala's treatment?
When was Malala flown out of Pakistan for the first time in her life?
When was Malala flown out of Pakistan for the first time in her life?
What was strange about the colonel's conversation with Ziauddin regarding the passports?
What was strange about the colonel's conversation with Ziauddin regarding the passports?
What happened on the night Malala was sent to Birmingham that was suspicious?
What happened on the night Malala was sent to Birmingham that was suspicious?
Study Notes
Vocabulary Terms
- Vulgarity: Something that causes offense.
- Cheeky: Impudent or teasingly rude.
- Hostel: An establishment providing inexpensive food and lodging for specific groups, like students or travelers.
- Heinous: Something wicked or hateful.
- Hobnobbing: Mixing socially with high-class individuals.
- Chaplain: A religious leader associated with a hospital.
- Solace: Comfort in times of sadness.
- Knickers: Underwear.
- Practicals: Standardized tests in England.
- Malign: To speak critically about someone.
Key Locations and Events
- Marghazar: A beautiful valley near Malala's home, known for its cool air and scenic beauty, located 30 minutes away.
- Picnic Plan: Malala planned to have a picnic in Marghazar, highlighting moments of youth and relaxation.
- Exams Aftermath: April 2012 was a time of relaxation following exams, creating a sense of normalcy.
Personal Experiences
- Skin Tone Humor: Malala expressed disbelief at Moniba using the same hand cream due to their contrasting skin tones, indicating youthful insecurities about appearance.
- Damage from Floods: The wali's room in Marghazar was inaccessible due to flood damage.
- Lunch Disaster: At Marghazar, the addition of stream water to the lunch curry sparked concern about cleanliness.
Threats and Tensions
- Controversial Letter: Ziauddin received a letter labeling the Khushal School as a center of vulgarity, which he dismissed as propaganda from extremists.
- Stranger Encounters: Malala noted odd occurrences during the spring and summer of 2012, with strangers inquiring about her family, suggesting increased surveillance and threat.
- Taliban Mentality: Acknowledgment that the Taliban's influence permeates society rather than being just an organized force.
Malala's Advocacy
- Painting Competition: The Khushal School hosted a competition for children addressing gender equality and women's discrimination, highlighting Malala's activism.
- Community Support: Friend Wakeel Khan Swati provided assistance by sending clothes to those in need.
Familial Dynamics
- Concern for Safety: After receiving threats, Malala's mother insisted on her daughter taking a rickshaw to school instead of walking, reflecting parental fears for safety.
- Relationship with Haroon: Haroon was a boy Malala had feelings for, representing a typical youthful affection.
Foreshadowing and Irony
- Foreshadowing Events: Instances like Malala having bad dreams and the crooked painting hinted at impending danger.
- Irony of Calmness: On the day of her shooting, Malala expressed she had no worries, contrasting with the chaos about to unfold.
Malala's Shooting Incident
- Silence Before Incident: The path on the day Malala was shot was unusually quiet, a stark contrast to the violence that followed.
- Critical Moment: Malala's last thoughts before the shooting were about school revision, emphasizing her dedication to education.
- Immediate Reaction: Ziauddin's immediate concern upon receiving the news of the shooting was fear for his daughter's safety.
Medical Response and Aftermath
- Surgery Details: Malala's surgery took four hours; initially, doctors believed her condition was stable.
- Post-Shooting Care: There was tension regarding Malala's treatment, as medical staff and family navigated between local and international medical practices.
- International Reaction: Ziauddin read about the global response to Malala's shooting in the newspapers, signaling her impact beyond Pakistan.
Cultural Insights
- Pashtun Customs: The community came together in mourning when someone faced death, showcasing communal solidarity.
- Prayers for Protection: In Malala's culture, reciting specific prayers is believed to guard homes against evil.
Conclusion
- Symbol of Hope: Malala became known as the "daughter of the nation," symbolizing resilience and the fight for education against oppressive forces.
Support and Compassion
- Chaplain Support: Rehanna, the hospital chaplain, provided comfort through prayers when Malala felt isolated.
- Parents' Emotional Turmoil: Despite receiving phone calls indicating Malala's safety, her parents remained anxious and disconnected from the outside world, underlining their emotional struggle.
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