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What does the narrator's father express when he asks about school?
What does the narrator's father express when he asks about school?
- Concern about the narrator's well-being (correct)
- Excitement about the school performance
- A desire to discuss the school administration
- Indifference towards the narrator's studies
What does the narrator's youngest brother Atal jokingly imply about their future roles?
What does the narrator's youngest brother Atal jokingly imply about their future roles?
- He will work as a teacher while she will be a student
- He will leave politics to pursue a different career
- She will be prime minister and he will serve as her secretary (correct)
- He will be the prime minister while she will be his advisor
What prompted the narrator to say a quick prayer in the morning?
What prompted the narrator to say a quick prayer in the morning?
- To find peace amidst chaos
- To request protection on her way to school
- To seek comfort for her family
- To ask for success on her exam (correct)
How does the narrator describe her surroundings during the exam?
How does the narrator describe her surroundings during the exam?
What activity is notably absent in the narrator's environment at home?
What activity is notably absent in the narrator's environment at home?
What does the narrator reveal about her daily routine before heading to school?
What does the narrator reveal about her daily routine before heading to school?
What was the emotional tone of the environment when the narrator was last at home?
What was the emotional tone of the environment when the narrator was last at home?
Which of the following best represents the backdrop of the narrator's experience?
Which of the following best represents the backdrop of the narrator's experience?
What was Malala's main concern before going to bed?
What was Malala's main concern before going to bed?
What activity did Malala and Moniba engage in while waiting for their bus?
What activity did Malala and Moniba engage in while waiting for their bus?
Which of the following reflects Malala's feelings at the end of the day?
Which of the following reflects Malala's feelings at the end of the day?
How did Malala try to seek answers about death?
How did Malala try to seek answers about death?
What did Malala ask God the night before she went to bed?
What did Malala ask God the night before she went to bed?
What is described as a regular event that the girls did during their bus ride?
What is described as a regular event that the girls did during their bus ride?
What specific thing did Malala notice while riding the bus?
What specific thing did Malala notice while riding the bus?
How did Malala feel about her friendship with Moniba?
How did Malala feel about her friendship with Moniba?
What is the most likely reason the author feels a strong attachment to the trophies in her bedroom in Pakistan?
What is the most likely reason the author feels a strong attachment to the trophies in her bedroom in Pakistan?
What can be inferred from the passage about the author's current situation in Birmingham?
What can be inferred from the passage about the author's current situation in Birmingham?
Which of the following statements best describes the author's feelings about her childhood home in Pakistan?
Which of the following statements best describes the author's feelings about her childhood home in Pakistan?
What is the significance of the author's nickname, 'Jani', in the passage?
What is the significance of the author's nickname, 'Jani', in the passage?
What is the author's tone in the passage about leaving her childhood home?
What is the author's tone in the passage about leaving her childhood home?
What is the most likely reason the author visits her childhood home in her mind?
What is the most likely reason the author visits her childhood home in her mind?
What can be inferred about the author's feelings about the other girl who now lives in her childhood home?
What can be inferred about the author's feelings about the other girl who now lives in her childhood home?
Which of the following best characterizes the author's current living situation in Birmingham?
Which of the following best characterizes the author's current living situation in Birmingham?
Flashcards
Nostalgia
Nostalgia
The feeling of longing for a past life or a place that is no longer accessible.
Khushal School for Girls
Khushal School for Girls
A school that is dedicated to educating girls, especially in areas where girls' education is limited.
Aba
Aba
The author's father, who is described as loving and supportive, and who founded the Khushal School for Girls.
9 October 2012
9 October 2012
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Jani
Jani
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Joke
Joke
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Contrast between old and new life
Contrast between old and new life
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School trophies
School trophies
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Pishō
Pishō
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Call to prayer
Call to prayer
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Chapati
Chapati
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Fried egg
Fried egg
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Pakistani studies
Pakistani studies
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Ordinary days
Ordinary days
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Mingora
Mingora
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Banter about Malala becoming prime minister
Banter about Malala becoming prime minister
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Moniba
Moniba
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Dyna
Dyna
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Strange, gnawing feeling
Strange, gnawing feeling
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Haji Baba Road
Haji Baba Road
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The cloud over her head
The cloud over her head
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Asking God questions
Asking God questions
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Study Notes
Prologue
- The narrator describes their bedroom, highlighting a rushed morning, school schedule, and uniform.
- Key sounds and smells are evident: children playing cricket, bazaar sounds, and food smells from the kitchen.
- Sibling fights, and a father's nickname are also heard.
- The narrator lives in a neighborhood with their family.
I AM MALALA
- The author, Malala, was asked about school, but she often responded with a joke.
- Malala feels the school could be better.
- Malala's home, located in Pakistan, is a family setting.
- Malala reminisces about the school trophies and prizes.
- The author details the importance of her life before leaving home.
- Her new life, and current surroundings are included in the text.
Birmingham, England
- The description of Birmingham highlights contrast to home: available running water, large rooms, and a large television.
- The absence of children's laughter and noisy environments describes a different, quieter setting.
- Families in this new environment have a different approach compared to the previous one.
- The father's interaction with Malala, and the note of worry in his voice is discussed.
- The narrator felt the danger of speaking out, a possible reason for leaving.
On the Day I Left
- The narrator is called out in the street when they are getting on a bus.
- They remember their father was questioning who Malala is.
- They have an unusual interaction.
- This is significant because they are now on their journey to school.
- Her family, their routine, and her routine was abruptly changed, and she describes the events.
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Explore the contrasting life experiences of Malala as she reflects on her childhood in Pakistan and her new life in Birmingham, England. This quiz covers the themes of family, education, and cultural differences as described in the prologue and early chapters of her story.
