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Max and Ahmed's Conversation About Aleppo

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Max and Ahmed's Conversation About Aleppo

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Which literary device is used to describe Max's hesitation before asking a question?

Hyperbole

Simile (correct)

Metaphor

Alliteration

What does Ahmed equate a cannonball with?

Painful experience

Silent storm

What prevents Ahmed from speaking initially, as suggested by his behavior?

A sudden realization

A physical inability

A deep emotional connection (correct)

A sense of guilt

What implication can be drawn from Ahmed's pause when mentioning Edwin Jamison?

He is emotionally moved by the memory (B) Signup and view all the answers

What metaphor does Ahmed use to describe the impact of a cannonball?

A painless strike (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by Ahmed’s knowledge of Aleppo?

He feels nostalgic about his home (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the imagery of the Great Mosque in Aleppo play in Ahmed's perspective?

It conveys a sense of resilience despite destruction (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of Aleppo does Ahmed emphasize when talking to Max?

The city's ancient architectural marvels (C) Signup and view all the answers

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Edwin Jamison

A boy hero appreciated for his clear and gentle image.

Aleppo

The largest city in Syria, known for its ancient history.

Jami' Halab al-Kabir

A very famous old mosque located in Aleppo.

Bazaar

The largest market in the world, located in Aleppo.

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Cannonball metaphor

An analogy for pain experienced by those directly affected.

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Max's feeling of loss

A sense of being lost due to language barriers.

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Max and Ahmed's Conversation

Max hesitates to interrupt Ahmed, similar to throwing a pebble into a pond.
Ahmed stops reading when he reaches the part where Edwin was killed.
Ahmed looks at Edwin's photo, describing his eyes as wide and gentle.
Ahmed's eyes express a desire to speak, similar to Edwin Jamison's.
Max asks "What is it?".
Ahmed replies, "Cannonball is like bomb. The people hit straight at feel no pain."
Ahmed's father told him to pretend to believe a certain idea.

Ahmed's Description of Aleppo

Ahmed informs Max that they live in Aleppo.
Aleppo is the biggest city in Syria, and a very old city.
It's home to Jami' Halab al-Kabir, an important mosque.
Aleppo has a large market bazaar.
Ahmed mentions familiar tourist places, such as the vast courtyard of the Great Mosque, its minaret, and the Al Madina souk.
The souk is thirteen kilometers long with covered shops.

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Explore the poignant conversation between Max and Ahmed set in the historical city of Aleppo. Delve into their reflections on loss, memories, and the rich cultural heritage of this ancient city. This quiz covers their exchange and insights about Aleppo's significance and landmarks.