Max and Farah's Journey in Molenbeek

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What time of day does the narrative take place in Molenbeek?

  • Midnight
  • A quarter to ten, likely during the day (correct)
  • Early morning, before sunrise
  • Evening

Which of the following best describes the shops observed by Max and Farah on Chaussée de Gand?

  • Primarily abandoned storefronts
  • A combination of Western and Eastern goods (correct)
  • Exclusively Belgian businesses
  • A mix of high-end boutiques and international chains

Which building is described as being prominent and white?

  • The police station
  • A mosque
  • Madame Pauline's residence
  • The Forum (correct)

What objects are seen displayed inside the Forum in the text?

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What contributes to the sense of tension in the scene?

<p>The presence of news vans and discussions about terrorism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is mentioned as a source of information about Molenbeek?

<p>Madame Pauline (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who provides an address to Max?

<p>Oscar, through Farah (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary language spoken in the area around Max?

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According to Max and Farah's conversation, Molenbeek is discussed as being a:

<p>Terrorist training ground (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Molenbeek, Belgium

A neighborhood in Brussels known for its cultural diversity and past issues with terrorism.

Chaussée de Gand

A street in Molenbeek that features a mix of apartment buildings and shops.

Forum Building

A prominent white building in Molenbeek displaying mattresses and dining tables.

Café Culture

A scene where men predominantly gather in cafes, reflecting social norms.

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Tense Atmosphere

The mood described in the area, conveying watchfulness and unease.

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Character Max

The narrator who visits Molenbeek and observes its surroundings.

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Madame Pauline

A character who provides information about Molenbeek.

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Salah Abdeslam

A notorious figure linked to terrorist activities in Paris.

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News Vans

Vehicles indicating media presence and ongoing news coverage in Molenbeek.

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Study Notes

Max and Farah's Journey

  • Max and Farah plan to meet in Molenbeek, Belgium
  • Max is feeling anxious about their journey
  • The street is crowded with journalists and people
  • This is a poor time to be out in the street

Description of Molenbeek

  • Molenbeek is a bustling shopping district
  • The architecture is distinctive
  • It was once an old theater
  • Cobblestone square flanked by an elegant town hall
  • Shops sell goods from Western and Eastern cultures

Max's Observation

  • The presence of headscarves is prominent
  • People seem to prefer hot tea over alcohol
  • The language spoken is predominantly French
  • The area doesn't seem as daunting as Max had initially predicted

Meeting Oscar

  • Oscar gives Max directions to where they need to go
  • They go to a residential street lined with apartment buildings
  • They find a location connected to the Paris Attack
  • Max reflects on the challenges faced by young men in Belgium

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