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What is the most likely reason Malala's father shared stories of Mahatma Gandhi and Ali Jinnah?
What is the most likely reason Malala's father shared stories of Mahatma Gandhi and Ali Jinnah?
- To highlight their perfect childhoods as examples to follow.
- To demonstrate that even revered figures make mistakes and learn from them. (correct)
- To shift the blame from Malala's actions onto historical figures.
- To encourage Malala to pursue a career in politics like them.
Considering the Pashtunwali code, what is the most likely reason Malala's mother encouraged her to set a better example?
Considering the Pashtunwali code, what is the most likely reason Malala's mother encouraged her to set a better example?
- To demonstrate Malala's superiority over Safina.
- To ensure Malala received a more valuable item in return.
- To reinforce the importance of revenge in their culture.
- To prevent escalation and break the cycle of retaliation. (correct)
What does Malala's reaction to discovering the stolen trinkets in her cupboard reveal about her understanding of justice?
What does Malala's reaction to discovering the stolen trinkets in her cupboard reveal about her understanding of justice?
- She believes justice should be determined by material possessions.
- She believes justice involves internalizing the Pashtunwali code.
- She believes justice is solely about proportional revenge. (correct)
- She believes justice requires empathy and forgiveness.
In what way does the setting (grassy area with ruins) contribute to the overall tone and meaning of the passage?
In what way does the setting (grassy area with ruins) contribute to the overall tone and meaning of the passage?
Considering Malala's feelings of shame and disappointment, what is the most likely reason her father didn't scold her?
Considering Malala's feelings of shame and disappointment, what is the most likely reason her father didn't scold her?
How does the detail of the mothers calling the children in for 'hot milky tea and cardamom' contribute to the story's overall message?
How does the detail of the mothers calling the children in for 'hot milky tea and cardamom' contribute to the story's overall message?
What is the most likely reason the author includes details about the TV show 'Shaka Laka Boom Boom' and shoebox dolls?
What is the most likely reason the author includes details about the TV show 'Shaka Laka Boom Boom' and shoebox dolls?
What does Malala's apology to Safina and her parents despite Safina not returning the phone reveal about Malala's evolving character?
What does Malala's apology to Safina and her parents despite Safina not returning the phone reveal about Malala's evolving character?
How does the description of the games the children play (hide-and-seek, making snowmen) contrast with the earlier conflict between Malala and Safina?
How does the description of the games the children play (hide-and-seek, making snowmen) contrast with the earlier conflict between Malala and Safina?
How does the use of the term 'jani' (dear one) by Malala's father contribute to the reader's understanding of their relationship?
How does the use of the term 'jani' (dear one) by Malala's father contribute to the reader's understanding of their relationship?
Flashcards
Safina
Safina
Malala's close friend and playmate.
Jealousy
Jealousy
Malala felt angry and jealous when Safina had an identical toy.
Stolen Trinkets
Stolen Trinkets
Malala's earrings and necklace that she took from Safina.
Father's Wisdom
Father's Wisdom
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Pashtunwali Code
Pashtunwali Code
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Apology
Apology
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Childhood Games
Childhood Games
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Disappointment
Disappointment
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Friendship Restoration
Friendship Restoration
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Heroic Figures
Heroic Figures
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Study Notes
Malala's Childhood Experiences
- Malala and Safina were close friends, spending time watching TV, making dolls and playing.
- Malala's favorite possession, a cell phone, was stolen by Safina.
- Malala felt angry and took some of Safina's belongings.
- Malala's mother was upset and Malala felt ashamed.
- Malala apologized to Safina and her family.
Pashtunwali Code
- The Pashtunwali code governs how Pashtuns live.
- Badal is a tradition of revenge, where one insult is answered with another.
- Malala vowed to never participate in badal.
Father's Advice
- Malala's father told her about great heroes like Mahatma Gandhi and Ali Jinnah.
- He used a saying, "A child is a child when he's a child."
- He consoled her instead of reprimanding her.
Neighborhood Life
- Malala and her friends played games in a grassy area.
- The area has ruins like statues and stone structures.
- They played hide-and-seek and made snowmen.
Family Conflicts
- Malala and Safina's conflict led to family upset and shame.
- Malala's father's response to the situation was to offer guidance and offer to forgive.
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