Max and Ahmed's School Plan
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What is Max's suggestion for Ahmed to return to school?

  • Join a different school altogether.
  • Enroll in a distance learning program.
  • Create a new identity as a new student. (correct)
  • Ask for a transfer to a neighboring school.

What is Ahmed's plan for sneaking back into school?

  • Wait until everyone is gone before entering.
  • Leave through the front entrance when it's busy.
  • Exit through the back door before dawn. (correct)
  • Climb over the school fence at night.

How does Ahmed plan to explain Max's presence if the police officer sees him?

  • Tell the officer Max is a neighbor's child.
  • Introduce Max as his best friend from school. (correct)
  • Claim Max is his cousin visiting.
  • Say Max is lost and needs help.

What document does Max suggest Ahmed should forge?

<p>Passport. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What overall tone do Ahmed and Max convey in their conversation about the plan?

<p>Optimistic and playful. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Max Howard doing when he learned surprising news?

<p>Choking on his waffle (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What famous square did Max and his family visit in Brussels?

<p>Grand Place (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a feature of the surroundings in Brussels?

<p>Coffee houses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Max's mother want to do at the Grand Place?

<p>Take a family photo (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Max expect his mother to do with the family photo?

<p>Post it on Facebook (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern Ahmed has as winter approaches?

<p>Inadequate shelter (A), Difficulty in finding food (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ahmed recall from his time with Baba?

<p>Their Friday prayers together (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Ahmed's initial reaction to the idea of staying in the cellar through winter?

<p>Worry about being caught (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is depicted in the photos Ahmed saw of the jungle?

<p>A desolate and dangerous environment (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Baba believe about finding solutions to problems?

<p>Faith will lead to solutions when there seems to be none (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Madame Legrand emphasize during the class interaction?

<p>Respecting everyone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Max feel about Farah's laughter?

<p>He is impressed by it (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Oscar innocently mention about Farah's residence?

<p>He thinks she lives in Molenbeek (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Madame Pauline's reaction after Max shares his teacher's comment?

<p>She makes a snorting remark (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What best describes the overall interaction among Max, Oscar, and Farah?

<p>An awkward social encounter (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ahmed primarily collect change for?

<p>To pay back debts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following items does Ahmed purchase from the supermarket on school days?

<p>Crackers, canned fish, and beans (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activity does Ahmed frequently engage in during the mornings?

<p>Talking to his orchids (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ahmed do when he notices October leaves on the ground?

<p>He concludes it’s time to prepare for colder weather (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Ahmed track his change collection?

<p>He has a detailed list (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ahmed express fear about while on the boat?

<p>He cannot swim (A), The boat will sink (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action do people take to help with the situation on the boat?

<p>They toss bags overboard (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Ahmed's father attempt to comfort the distressed woman?

<p>He assures her they will not suffer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ahmed's father put around Ahmed's shoulders?

<p>A tube (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ahmed cry out when his father turns away?

<p>Baba! (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Ahmed most worried about in the story?

<p>His brother Max's safety (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes Ahmed's character?

<p>Thoughtful and anxious (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What internal conflict is Ahmed experiencing?

<p>Whether to take the orchid with him or leave it behind (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of narrative excerpt is being described?

<p>A novel or short story (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the setting influence Ahmed's feelings?

<p>It enhances his feelings of anxiety and uncertainty (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What challenge does Ahmed face regarding his asylum application in Belgium?

<p>He may be deported due to a forged passport. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of Ahmed's main concerns after registering for asylum in Belgium?

<p>He is worried about being indefinitely detained. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Ahmed have suspicions about the Belgian authorities' trust in him?

<p>He has a forged document and traveled with an Iraqi family. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Ahmed's age impact his situation?

<p>He is often misjudged and viewed as a potential threat. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What option does Ahmed believe he risks facing in light of his situation?

<p>Being deported back to Turkey. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Ahmed's primary focus in his life as described in the information?

<p>Caring for orchids (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the subject matter of the text?

<p>A person's thoughts and actions related to caring for plants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options reflects what is NOT mentioned in the description?

<p>Instruments for gardening (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about Ahmed based on his actions described in the text?

<p>He has a passion for gardening. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of Ahmed's life is emphasized in the description?

<p>His hobbies and personal interests (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Max's primary emotion regarding his French class?

<p>Frustration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do Max's parents view his performance in school?

<p>They want him to excel in everything. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Max do with his waffle during his frustration?

<p>He throws it away. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the atmosphere that Max perceives among the children in Brussels?

<p>Grim and silent (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Max do in response to his mother's call after he throws the waffle away?

<p>He ignores her. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Classroom interaction

Awkward exchange between Max, Oscar, and Farah in a school setting.

Max's goal

Max wants to invite Farah over, sparked by her laughter and his teacher's words.

Oscar's skepticism

Oscar's suspicion and questioning regarding Farah, possibly due to prejudice or prior biases.

Madame Legrand's advice

Madame Legrand stresses the importance of treating everyone with respect in class.

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Awkward conversation

The exchange involving Max, Oscar, and Farah, filled with uncertainties and potentially harmful assumptions.

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Ahmed's Plan

Ahmed plans to return to school in January by pretending to be a new student.

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Forged Documents

Fake passport and Belgian ID card are used to support Ahmed's new student persona.

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Sneak Back Strategy

Ahmed will leave school before dawn & sneak back in after classes, without being noticed.

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Police Officer Interaction

Ahmed plans to tell police officer that Max is his friend to avoid suspicion.

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Plan's Basis

The plan seems preferable to inactivity and is a fantasy for them.

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Max's surprise

Max was surprised by his parents' suggestion of a second waffle.

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Grand Place, Brussels

A large square in Brussels known for its ornate buildings.

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Tourist activity

Tourists observing the Grand Place and buying souvenirs.

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Brussels's mascot

The statue of the little peeing boy (Manneken Pis).

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Family photo in Europe

Max's family intended to take a photo in the Grand Place.

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Ahmed's situation

Ahmed is homeless and living in a harsh environment outside Calais.

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Winter's impact

The coming winter will worsen existing living conditions for those outdoors.

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Ahmed's fear

Ahmed is afraid of being caught but is hiding.

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Baba's quote

Baba tells Ahmed that "when there is no way, Allah will make a way."

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Ahmed's practical thoughts

Ahmed thinks about finding food and money while hiding in the cellar and planning for survival.

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Ahmed's financial goal

Ahmed meticulously collects change to pay back debts.

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Ahmed's daily routine

Mornings include chores, orchid talk, and possible trips to the store; afternoons involve reading and naps; evenings include searching for leftovers and change.

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Ahmed's school day activities

Ahmed gathers coins, unlocks the basement, borrows a sweatshirt, buys supplies (crackers, fish, beans), and a magazine.

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Ahmed's Autumn preparation

Noticing the changing leaves in early October, Ahmed prepares for colder weather by purchasing an inflatable camping mat.

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Ahmed's meticulousness

Ahmed's careful organization of his finances, tracking every transaction and obligation, evident in his meticulous collection of change.

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Ahmed's Reflection

Ahmed considers his great-grandfather's watch and his own fear of the water.

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Ahmed's Dilemma

Ahmed is struggling with a decision about an orchid, reflecting his anxiety and indecision.

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Boat's Difficulty

People lighten the boat by throwing bags overboard, highlighting the challenge of the journey.

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Character's Anxiety

The story shows Ahmed as an anxious and unsure character, facing a difficult choice.

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Story Excerpt

The narrative is a brief section from a larger story, possibly a novel or short story.

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Woman's Distress

A woman holding a baby cries, her distress is increased by a man's reassuring words.

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Father's Sacrifice

Ahmed's father gives Ahmed a life-preserver and leaves while whispering forgiveness.

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Narrative Focus

The story's focus is on a character's internal struggle and the setting.

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Ahmed's Reaction

Ahmed cries out for his father as he sees him depart.

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Setting's Role

The setting is described to create deeper understanding of the character's surroundings influencing their internal struggle.

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Ahmed's situation

Ahmed, an orphaned asylum seeker, faces deportation risk due to forged documents and Iraqi travel companions.

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Belgian asylum registration

Registering in Belgium excludes Ahmed from seeking asylum elsewhere, limiting his options.

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Forged passport

Ahmed's falsified Syrian passport, obtained illegally, increases his suspicion.

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Fear of detention

Ahmed worries about potential indefinite detention in Belgium due to his situation.

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Deportation risk

Ahmed's fabricated documents and travel history with Iraqis makes him likely to face deportation to Turkey.

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Ahmed's orchid care

Ahmed's actions and thoughts regarding orchid care, including steps used.

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Max's Frustration

Max feels pressured and anxious about French class and the general atmosphere in Brussels.

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Orchid care focus

The key aspects of orchid care described in the text. Note: No instrument is mentioned.

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Parental Expectations

Max's parents want him to excel in everything.

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Max's Refusal

Max pushes away his waffle and refuses to go to the French class.

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Ahmed's actions

Description of Ahmed's activities and thoughts related to orchids in the text.

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No instrument

The text does not describe or mention any instrument.

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French Class

Max is resisting attending French class due to personal anxiety and feelings of inadequate preparation.

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Pressure from Parents

Max's parents are demanding high standards from him, which adds to his stress.

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Orchid care practices

The ways Ahmed takes care of his orchids as described in the text.

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Study Notes

Character Interactions

  • Max was feeling clever after telling a story in French.
  • Max felt that Madame Pauline might not appreciate Farah as her replacement.

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This quiz explores the details and dynamics of Max and Ahmed's plan for sneaking back into school. It covers their conversation about the necessary preparations and challenges, as well as insights into their experience in Brussels. Test your knowledge of their strategies and motivations!

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