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Questions and Answers
Why is Ahmed hesitant to travel with Max?
Why is Ahmed hesitant to travel with Max?
- He does not trust Max's forged papers.
- He is worried about the potential danger of the journey.
- He wants to travel alone and avoid being slowed down.
- He believes his family will be concerned and contact the authorities. (correct)
What is the significance of Max's appearance in their plan?
What is the significance of Max's appearance in their plan?
- Max's knowledge of European geography is crucial for their journey.
- Being white and European-looking makes Ahmed less conspicuous. (correct)
- Max's youthful appearance makes them less likely to be stopped by authorities.
- Max's school uniform will help them blend in with other travelers.
What is Max's proposed first destination on their journey to Hungary?
What is Max's proposed first destination on their journey to Hungary?
- A scout camp
- Budapest
- Frankfurt (correct)
- Belgium
What can be inferred about the relationship between Ahmed and Max from the dialogue?
What can be inferred about the relationship between Ahmed and Max from the dialogue?
Which aspect of the setting contributes to Ahmed's heightened concern?
Which aspect of the setting contributes to Ahmed's heightened concern?
What is the primary reason Ahmed needs to leave his current location?
What is the primary reason Ahmed needs to leave his current location?
According to Max, how long is the train journey to Hungary?
According to Max, how long is the train journey to Hungary?
Why does Max suggest joining a group of scouts?
Why does Max suggest joining a group of scouts?
What does Ahmed's statement "I cannot ask this of you" reveal about his character?
What does Ahmed's statement "I cannot ask this of you" reveal about his character?
How does Max attempt to reassure Ahmed?
How does Max attempt to reassure Ahmed?
Flashcards
Ahmed's Travel Plan
Ahmed's Travel Plan
A plan involving travel to Hungary due to potential danger.
Max's Forged Papers
Max's Forged Papers
Documents that Max has created to help travel without suspicion.
Schengen Agreement
Schengen Agreement
An agreement that allows free movement across EU borders.
Heightened Security
Heightened Security
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Group Travel Strategy
Group Travel Strategy
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Cultural Differences
Cultural Differences
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Family Concerns
Family Concerns
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Train to Hungary
Train to Hungary
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Disguise Plan
Disguise Plan
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Safety vs. Freedom
Safety vs. Freedom
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Study Notes
Character Interactions
- Ibrahim told Max about a refugee rights group in Hungary needing help
- Max urged Ahmed to go to a specific center in Hungary
- Max argued that traveling with Ahmed would reduce suspicion due to Max's appearance
- Ahmed's parents would worry if he went alone
- Max proposed a train journey across Europe with Ahmed
Journey Details
- Max suggested a 14-hour train journey to Frankfort
- The next part of the journey would be to Hungary
- Max planned to pretend to go to school, to avoid raising suspicion.
Security Concerns
- The Schengen Agreement allowed open borders, though high security was present, especially in Belgium
- The trip to Hungary would be dangerous
- Inspector Fontaine questioned Ahmed about leaving school unescorted
- Ahmed felt unsafe in his current location
- Max suggested that Ahmed needed to leave his current location due to heightened security at European borders.
Cultural Differences
- American children are often allowed more independence than children in other countries (e.g. Europe)
- Scout overnight trips often consist of teenagers, without adults
Identity Concerns
- Ahmed had a forged Belgian ID to bypass security
- Max admitted that using the forged ID was wrong
- Max and Ahmed discussed if crossing borders was permissible.
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