I Am Malala Part 4 Chapters 21-24 Quiz

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Why did Ziauddin finish his speech before finding out more information about the bus shooting?

He didn't think Malala was shot but was nervous; there was an important meeting in front of 400 people.

How did Malala survive the shooting?

The bullet didn't hit her brain but went through her forehead.

Who else was injured in the bus shooting?

Shazia and Kainat.

Where was Malala sent for treatment, how did she get there, and who went with her?

Peshawar Lady Reading Hospital, by hospital helicopter, with her father, cousin Khanjee, Ahmad Shah, and Maryam. Signup and view all the answers

What did Malala's mother do when she heard that Malala had been injured?

Told grandma to pray at the house, recited the Quran, encouraged others to pray. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Colonel Junaid of the Combined Military Hospital (CMH) decide to operate on Malala?

Her brain was swelling and to make room for it they needed to remove some of her skull; they removed clots from her brain and the bullet from her shoulder blade. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the doctor put a piece of Malala's skull in her abdomen?

To preserve it and then put it back after 3 months. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Ziauddin think most of the visitors had come to the hospital?

To hear the news of Malala's death. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Taliban say they shot Malala?

"Promoting Western culture and speaking against the Taliban; called President Obama her idol." Signup and view all the answers

After the British physicians visited Malala in the hospital, what concerns were raised?

Blood pressure needed to be checked constantly, questioned why there was no arterial line, complained that carbon dioxide level was low. Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of Malala's health when this chapter begins?

Induced coma, vital signs deteriorating, face and body swollen, kidneys and lungs failing. Signup and view all the answers

How did Malala's parents react to her condition?

Thought she was 'medically dead'; she is too young to die, mother still praying. Signup and view all the answers

How did Dr. Fiona respond to the news of Malala's deteriorating health?

She planned to fly her to an army hospital in Rawalpindi for the best care. Signup and view all the answers

Why was the security so strict at the hospital?

To protect from Taliban attack. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the international reaction to Malala's shooting and the reaction within Pakistan.

The world was outraged; there were conspiracy theories questioning if she really had been shot. Signup and view all the answers

What did Dr. Fiona feel that Malala needed to be moved from Pakistan?

If you want the best outcome, take her overseas. Signup and view all the answers

To which hospital was Malala transferred, and who made this move possible and how?

Queen Elizabeth Hospital; the United Arab Emirates offered a private jet with an onboard hospital. Signup and view all the answers

Why didn't Malala's family accompany her to the UK?

No passports or documentation; her father felt he needed to stay and protect them. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Ziauddin entrust to bring Malala to England?

Dr. Fiona. Signup and view all the answers

Describe how Malala's father felt after sending her on her own to England.

Worried she would wake up confused and anxious because she didn't know where she was. Signup and view all the answers

Upon waking at the hospital, what questions did Malala have?

Where was I? Who had brought me here? Where are my parents? Is my father alive? Signup and view all the answers

Why was it difficult for Malala to communicate her questions to the doctors and nurses at the hospital?

They spoke in English, and the tube in her nose made it hard for her to speak. Signup and view all the answers

What gift did Dr. Fiona give Malala?

A white teddy and a pink exercise book to write in. Signup and view all the answers

What two concerns continued to worry Malala?

Where her father was and how he was going to pay for this. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Rehanna, and why was she important to Malala?

Muslim chaplain; she said healing prayers, and Malala said 'amin' at the end. Signup and view all the answers

What was Ziauddin told about Malala's recovery?

She had regained consciousness, had a problem with eyesight, and could read and write. Signup and view all the answers

What did Malala see when she looked at herself in the mirror?

No hair on the left side, shaved head, face distorted, scar on left eye. Signup and view all the answers

What was Malala's reaction to being told that she was shot?

Nothing; she felt satisfied, had no thoughts of revenge, and images came to her mind. Signup and view all the answers

Why did it take so long for Malala's parents to get to Birmingham?

They were stuck in the army hospital because of civilian government issues. Signup and view all the answers

When Malala learned that her family would be arriving soon in Birmingham, what did she ask them to bring her?

Her school bag. Signup and view all the answers

Describe how Malala stayed busy during the ten days away from her parents.

Watched the clock, played games, drew, watched movies on a DVD player. Signup and view all the answers

What does Malala learn from the 'second Fiona'?

She was in charge of the hospital press office and editor of Birmingham Post. Signup and view all the answers

What did Benazir Bhutto's children send to Malala?

A parcel containing two shawls from Benazir Bhutto. Signup and view all the answers

What does Malala say the Taliban had done by shooting her?

Made the campaign global. Signup and view all the answers

How did Malala feel when she was finally reunited with her family?

A weight had been lifted; everything felt okay. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Malala's father felt responsible for her attack?

He encouraged her to campaign. Signup and view all the answers

Who shot Malala and what do we learn about him?

Ataullah Khan; he was arrested in 2009 during a military operation but released 3 months later for a $1 million bounty. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Usman Bhai Jan in custody?

Needed him to identify people. Signup and view all the answers

What was November 10th and what happened the day after?

Malala Day; operation to repair facial nerve on Malala. Signup and view all the answers

How did Malala identify with Dorothy in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz?

Helped people in need, desired to return home, overcame hurdles. Signup and view all the answers

When did Malala have her first trip out of the hospital? Where did she go? At that point, how long had it been since she was shot?

December 6; Birmingham Botanical Gardens; 2 months. Signup and view all the answers

How much were Malala's hospital bills and who will pay for her treatment?

200,000 pounds; the Pakistan government. Signup and view all the answers

What major decision did Pakistani President Zardari make regarding Malala's father?

Gave him a post as education attache to provide a salary and a diplomatic passport. Signup and view all the answers

When was Malala finally able to go home?

January 2013 (3 months later). Signup and view all the answers

What are some observations/comparisons that Malala makes about life in England vs. Pakistan?

Tall apartments, cold weather, skimpy clothing, high heel boots; women and men chatting. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the surgeries Malala received on February 2nd.

Removed skull in tummy; put it back because it hadn't been kept well—infection risk; titanium cranioplasty; modeled titanium plate with 8 screws as a skull; cochlear implant in ear to hear. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Malala feel her life was spared?

To use her life to help people. Signup and view all the answers

Why is life in Birmingham difficult for Malala's mother and father?

Her mother doesn't speak English, can't read or write, feels lonely; her father had to leave his reputation behind and the school. Signup and view all the answers

In the past, Malala's father frequently attended education conferences. What is different about attending these conferences now?

People want to hear from Malala; he is known for his daughter. Signup and view all the answers

How is Malala's school in Birmingham different from her school in Mingora?

Isn't scared; has electronics; they do not have art, music, cooking, etc. Signup and view all the answers

How does Malala want to be known?

"Girl who fought for education." Signup and view all the answers

How does Malala keep in touch with her friends in Swat?

Skype. Signup and view all the answers

How is Malala being remembered by her classmates and by Sir Amjad?

Poster and saved seat. Signup and view all the answers

When talking to Moniba, how does Malala describe life in England?

Streets with identical houses, withstand disasters, respectful, women having jobs, freedom, no flat roofs. Signup and view all the answers

When Malala and her family visited the Kaaba in Mecca, for what did she pray?

Peace in Pakistan and girl's education. Signup and view all the answers

For what prize was Malala nominated and why was this significant?

Nobel Peace Prize; it reminds her of how much work needs to be done. Signup and view all the answers

How did Malala spend her sixteenth birthday and what did she wear for this special occasion?

In New York to speak at the UN, wearing Benazir's white shawls over her favorite pink shalwar kamiz. Signup and view all the answers

How did Pakistan respond to Malala's UN speech?

Turned on her; described her as having a teen lust for fame and getting what she was after. Signup and view all the answers

What was the most surprising letter Malala received after her speech?

From Taliban commander Adnan Rashid, saying they shot her because he tried to malign efforts to establish an Islamic system and wished he would have warned her beforehand. Signup and view all the answers

What is the status of life in Pakistan at this point in the book regarding education and the Taliban?

One of the worst; most children don't go to school and many adults are illiterate. Signup and view all the answers

Does Malala feel God answered her prayers to become taller? Why or why not?

Yes, because she has grown to the sky to reach people all over the world symbolically. Signup and view all the answers

How have Malala's mother and father changed?

Her father prepares breakfast and shops; her mother attends a language center 5 days a week, learning how to read, write, and speak English. Signup and view all the answers

Where are Shazia and Kainat, the other two shooting victims, now?

At Atlantic College in Wales. Signup and view all the answers

How does Malala compare to her new classmates?

She hasn't read as much as they have and doesn't know as 'the smartest girl.' Signup and view all the answers

What has become of Fazlullah?

He is the head of the whole Pakistan Taliban. Signup and view all the answers

What does Malala do with the prize money she receives?

Sends it to Swat to help children go to school or for adults to buy small businesses. Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the foundation Malala started and what kind of work does it do?

Malala Fund; it builds schools and raises awareness. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Malala spend her seventeenth birthday?

In Nigeria. Signup and view all the answers

What did Malala tell President Obama during their meeting?

The importance of education; instead of focusing on eradicating terrorism through war, eradicate it through education. Signup and view all the answers

How does Malala want to help the Syrian refugees?

Raise awareness and help integrate them into schools in Jordan. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Chapter Summaries (Part 4)

Ziauddin finished his speech nervously, thinking something might have happened to Malala, despite not believing she was shot, in front of 400 attendees.
Malala survived the shooting as the bullet passed through her forehead without hitting her brain.
Shazia and Kainat were also injured in the bus shooting alongside Malala.
Malala was sent to Peshawar Lady Reading Hospital via a hospital helicopter, accompanied by her father, cousin Khanjee, Ahmad Shah, and Maryam, eventually reaching the Combined Military Hospital.
Upon hearing about Malala's injury, her mother prayed at home, recited the Quran, and encouraged others to pray as well.
Colonel Junaid decided to operate on Malala due to brain swelling, requiring the removal of a portion of her skull and clots from her brain along with a bullet from her shoulder blade.
A piece of Malala's skull was placed in her abdomen to preserve it for later reattachment after three months.
Ziauddin felt many hospital visitors were there to hear news of Malala’s death rather than for support.
The Taliban justified the shooting by claiming Malala promoted Western culture and spoke against them, labeling President Obama as her idol.
Concerns raised by British physicians included the need for constant blood pressure monitoring and questions about Malala's arterial line and carbon dioxide levels.
At the start of this chapter, Malala was in an induced coma with deteriorating vital signs, swollen body, and failing kidneys and lungs.
Malala's parents believed she was "medically dead," feeling it was too soon for her to die, while her mother continued to pray fervently.
Dr. Fiona planned to move Malala to an army hospital in Rawalpindi for better care in response to her declining health.
Security at the hospital was strict due to threats from the Taliban.
The international reaction to Malala's shooting sparked outrage, while some in Pakistan doubted the veracity of her situation and spread conspiracy theories.
Dr. Fiona felt that for the best outcome, Malala needed to be taken overseas for treatment.
Malala was transferred to Queen Elizabeth Hospital in the UK, facilitated by the United Arab Emirates offering a private jet with medical support.
Malala's family could not accompany her to the UK due to a lack of passports and documentation, with her father opting to stay behind for their safety.
Ziauddin entrusted Dr. Fiona with the responsibility of bringing Malala to England.
Ziauddin felt anxious about sending Malala alone, fearing she would awaken confused and anxious.
Upon waking, Malala's initial questions included her location, the identity of her transporters, and the wellbeing of her parents.
Malala struggled to communicate with doctors due to their English language and a tube in her nose.
Dr. Fiona gave Malala a white teddy bear and a pink exercise book for her to write in during her recovery.
Malala’s worries persisted about her father’s whereabouts and the financial implications of her treatment.
Rehanna, a Muslim chaplain, played a key role by offering healing prayers, to which Malala responded affirmatively.
Ziauddin received news of Malala’s progress, indicating regained consciousness but with issues in eyesight.
When looking in the mirror, Malala saw her shaved head, distorted face, and scarring, profoundly affecting her self-image.
Upon learning about her shooting, Malala displayed a sense of acceptance without feelings of revenge.
It took Malala's parents a significant time to reach Birmingham due to delays in the army hospital's procedures.
Excited about her family's imminent arrival, Malala requested a school bag to bring from home.
To stay occupied during the ten-day separation from her parents, Malala engaged in games, drawing, and watching movies.
Malala learned from "second Fiona" about her role as head of the hospital’s press office.
Benazir Bhutto's children sent Malala a parcel with shawls, indicating solidarity and support.
Malala acknowledged that the Taliban inadvertently globalized her campaign for education by attacking her.
Malala felt a weight lifted when she was finally reunited with her family, restoring her sense of normalcy.
Ziauddin felt responsible for Malala's attack, as he supported her activism.
Malala was shot by Ataullah Khan, who had previously been arrested and released with a bounty on his head.
Usman Bhai Jan was detained for identification purposes related to the attack.
November 10th is recognized as Malala Day; the following day marked an operation to repair her facial nerve.
Drawing a comparison to Dorothy in "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," Malala recognized her ability to help others and overcome adversity.
Malala’s first outing from the hospital occurred on December 6, two months post-shooting, at Birmingham Botanical Gardens.
Malala's hospital bills totaled £200,000, which the Pakistan government agreed to cover.
President Zardari appointed Ziauddin as education attache, granting him financial relief and a diplomatic passport.
Malala returned home in January 2013, three months after the shooting incident.
Observing life in England versus Pakistan, Malala noted differences in architecture, weather, clothing styles, and social interactions.
On February 2nd, Malala underwent surgeries to reattach her skull, prevent infections, and receive implants for compromised hearing.
Malala believes her life was spared to enable her to aid others and champion educational causes.
Adjusting to life in Birmingham posed challenges for her parents, with her mother struggling with language and her father adjusting to domestic roles.
Ziauddin's attendance at education conferences changed, as he was more recognized for being Malala’s father than for his own accomplishments.
Malala’s school in Birmingham provided a supportive environment without the fears present in her school in Mingora.
Malala identifies herself as “the girl who fought for education” in her public persona.
She keeps in touch with friends in Swat via Skype.
Malala is memorialized by her classmates with posters and a reserved seat.
In discussing her new life with Moniba, Malala described England as respectful, with job opportunities for women and a sense of freedom.
During her visit to the Kaaba in Mecca, Malala prayed for peace in Pakistan and for girls' education.
Nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, this recognition highlighted the ongoing struggles for educational rights.
Malala spent her sixteenth birthday in New York, speaking at the UN in Benazir Bhutto's shawls over her favorite outfit.
The reaction in Pakistan to Malala's UN speech was largely negative, accusing her of seeking fame and luxury.
A notable letter Malala received came from Taliban commander Adnan Rashid, expressing regret and a wish they had warned her prior to the attack.
By this point in her narrative, education in Pakistan remained severely impacted by Taliban influence, with millions of children not attending school.
Malala feels that God has answered her prayers for growth, symbolically reaching out to help others globally.
The transformation in her parents’ lives included her father's increased domestic participation and her mother's commitment to learning English.
Shazia and Kainat, the other shooting victims, are now attending Atlantic College in Wales.
Malala acknowledged feeling less knowledgeable compared to her new classmates, striving to catch up.
Fazlullah has risen to prominence as the leader of the whole Pakistan Taliban.
Malala allocates her prize money to support education initiatives for children in Swat and aid adults in starting small businesses.
The Malala Fund focuses on building schools and raising awareness for educational access.
Malala celebrated her seventeenth birthday in Nigeria, continuing her advocacy for education.
In her meeting with President Obama, Malala emphasized the role of education in combating extremism rather than military action.
Malala's ambition includes advocating for the integration of Syrian refugees into schools in Jordan, raising awareness of their plight.

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Test your knowledge on the events from chapters 21 to 24 of 'I Am Malala', including the epilogue and the aftermath in Birmingham. Discover important details about Malala's survival and the impact of the bus shooting. This quiz covers key moments and insights from these chapters.