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Why might Malala's father occasionally sleep at his friends' houses?
Why might Malala's father occasionally sleep at his friends' houses?
- His house was too small to accommodate all of his guests.
- He had disagreements with his wife and needed space.
- He was being followed and wanted to protect his family. (correct)
- He preferred the company of his friends over his family.
What does the description of Malala's parents as a 'falcon' and 'one with her feet firmly planted on the ground' suggest about their roles?
What does the description of Malala's parents as a 'falcon' and 'one with her feet firmly planted on the ground' suggest about their roles?
- It implies the father is adventurous and the mother is grounded and practical. (correct)
- It means their parenting styles are mismatched and ineffective.
- It suggests the father is reckless, while the mother is overbearing.
- It indicates a traditional Pashtun family structure.
What was the primary reason the Taliban stopped and searched cars?
What was the primary reason the Taliban stopped and searched cars?
- To find weapons and ammunition.
- To extort money from travelers.
- To identify and kidnap government officials.
- To enforce strict Islamic laws and punish offenders. (correct)
Why did Malala's cousin quickly hide the cassettes when approaching the Taliban?
Why did Malala's cousin quickly hide the cassettes when approaching the Taliban?
What did the letter taped to the school gate accuse Malala's father of?
What did the letter taped to the school gate accuse Malala's father of?
What does the phrase 'haram items' imply about the items hidden in Malala's mother's purse?
What does the phrase 'haram items' imply about the items hidden in Malala's mother's purse?
Why did Malala feel frustration rather than fear when confronted by the Talib in the car?
Why did Malala feel frustration rather than fear when confronted by the Talib in the car?
What does Malala's concern about locking the doors and windows three times each night reveal about her state of mind?
What does Malala's concern about locking the doors and windows three times each night reveal about her state of mind?
What can be inferred from the fact that Malala's mother pulled her veil more securely across her face?
What can be inferred from the fact that Malala's mother pulled her veil more securely across her face?
Considering the historical context, what broader societal issue does the threat against Malala's father highlight?
Considering the historical context, what broader societal issue does the threat against Malala's father highlight?
Flashcards
Pashtun Women
Pashtun Women
Women from the Pashto-speaking ethnic group, often facing cultural restrictions.
Falcon Metaphor
Falcon Metaphor
A description of Malala's father, symbolizing bravery and vision.
House Locking Duty
House Locking Duty
Malala's responsibility of ensuring home safety when her father was absent.
Taliban Threats
Taliban Threats
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Haram Items
Haram Items
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Burqa Demand
Burqa Demand
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Child's Perspective
Child's Perspective
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Letter to Father
Letter to Father
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Pashtun Cultural Norms
Pashtun Cultural Norms
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Malala's Father
Malala's Father
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Home Safety Routine
Home Safety Routine
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Taliban's Presence
Taliban's Presence
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Hiding Haram Items
Hiding Haram Items
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Burqa Enforcement
Burqa Enforcement
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Childhood Innocence
Childhood Innocence
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Threatening Letter
Threatening Letter
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Kalashnikov Carriers
Kalashnikov Carriers
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Fedayeen of Islam
Fedayeen of Islam
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Study Notes
Pashtun Women and Culture
- Most Pashtun women obeyed their husbands and were expected to be submissive.
- Few Pashtun wives/women were consulted.
- Malala's parents were different from other Pashtun parents
- Malala's mother was grounded and her father like a falcon
- Malala's mother prayed until all hours and was important
Taliban in Swat
- Taliban searched vehicles for forbidden items (by Islam).
- Women were forced to wear burqas.
- A Taliban soldier with a machine gun.
- Malala felt shame and frustration in presence of the Taliban
- Malala was a child (10 years old).
Family Travel and Incident
- Malala and family travel to Shangla by car
- One of their cousins gave them a ride
- Someone's Tape was ejected from the Cassette player.
- Malala's mother put items in her handbag
- Two men approached the car
- The men were dressed in black turbans
- The men carrying Kalashnikovs
- Letter threatening Malala's father, school
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Description
The text describes Pashtun women's roles, Taliban's imposed restrictions in Swat, and an incident during a family car journey where men with Kalashnikovs threatened Malala's father and school.
