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What is the most likely reason the author's family was glued to the TV when Benazir Bhutto arrived in Pakistan?
What is the most likely reason the author's family was glued to the TV when Benazir Bhutto arrived in Pakistan?
- They were eager to see a woman role model who dared to speak against terrorists, despite the inherent risks. (correct)
- They wanted to witness the spectacle of a politician returning after a long exile.
- They were curious to see if Benazir Bhutto would criticize the current government.
- They were anticipating Benazir Bhutto's arrival to incite a revolution.
What does the phrase "Did you come for death?" reveal about the author's mother's perspective?
What does the phrase "Did you come for death?" reveal about the author's mother's perspective?
- A fatalistic acknowledgement of the perilous situation Benazir Bhutto was entering. (correct)
- A rhetorical question implying Benazir Bhutto was seeking attention.
- A belief that Benazir Bhutto had a secret death wish.
- A sense of betrayal that Benazir Bhutto would risk her life after so many years away.
Why was the attack on Benazir Bhutto particularly shocking given the context of the Pashtunwali code?
Why was the attack on Benazir Bhutto particularly shocking given the context of the Pashtunwali code?
- It demonstrated a shift in terrorist tactics, previously focused only on male political figures.
- It was a violation of the code's prohibition against harming women, regardless of their political actions. (correct)
- It indicated the terrorists' desperation, as attacking a woman implied they lacked male targets.
- It signaled the terrorists' intention to disregard all cultural norms and traditions.
What underlying concern is conveyed through the author's statement, "If Benazir Bhutto can die, no one is safe?"
What underlying concern is conveyed through the author's statement, "If Benazir Bhutto can die, no one is safe?"
What is the significance of the author's realization that 'no one was safe in Pakistan'?
What is the significance of the author's realization that 'no one was safe in Pakistan'?
Why does the author include the detail of having recently done TV interviews?
Why does the author include the detail of having recently done TV interviews?
What is the most profound implication of the author keeping her decision to fight for peace and democracy a secret?
What is the most profound implication of the author keeping her decision to fight for peace and democracy a secret?
How does the author's age at the time of these events contribute to the overall narrative?
How does the author's age at the time of these events contribute to the overall narrative?
What is the most likely reason that, despite the fear, the author was not expecting the terrorists to attack a woman?
What is the most likely reason that, despite the fear, the author was not expecting the terrorists to attack a woman?
Which statement best captures the relationship between the death of Benazir Bhutto and the author's decision to fight for peace and democracy?
Which statement best captures the relationship between the death of Benazir Bhutto and the author's decision to fight for peace and democracy?
Flashcards
Benazir Bhutto
Benazir Bhutto
The first woman Prime Minister of Pakistan and a symbol of women's rights.
Pashtunwali code
Pashtunwali code
A traditional code of conduct among Pashtun people prohibiting the killing of women.
Women’s rights
Women’s rights
The rights and entitlements claimed for women and girls.
Extremism
Extremism
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Terrorists
Terrorists
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Education for girls
Education for girls
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Childhood experiences
Childhood experiences
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Political activism
Political activism
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Courage
Courage
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Inspiration
Inspiration
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Study Notes
Malala Yousafzai's Experiences
- Malala was a role model for girls, and the only female politician who spoke out against terrorists.
- Her family was glued to the TV when she stepped onto Pakistani soil. She wept on TV.
- Her mother was uneasy for her safety.
- Malala was shot and killed and her death was shown on TV.
- After the attack, she declared that her nation would defeat extremists.
- A car bomb explosion caused her family to grieve.
- The killing of women is usually prohibited in a certain code they follow
- Everyone was shocked, the first thought was "If Benazir Bhutto is killed, no one is safe".
- No one was safe in Pakistan. Women were forbidden from walking the streets and men suffered similar brutalities.
- Malala felt a sense of resolve and determination despite the horrific violence around her.
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Description
Explore Malala Yousafzai's experiences in the face of terrorism and violence. From her role as a symbol for girls' education to the challenges faced by women in Pakistan, reflect on her resilience and determination amidst violence. This summary touches on her return to Pakistan, the threats she faced, and her resolve to combat extremism.
