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Why did Ahmed initially decide to turn around instead of jumping to the next roof?
Why did Ahmed initially decide to turn around instead of jumping to the next roof?
- He heard Max cry out and realized Max was in trouble. (correct)
- He realized the height difference was too dangerous.
- He remembered he needed to retrieve something from Max.
- He heard Fontaine was catching up to him.
"We know who the gardener is!" What does this statement imply in the context of Fontaine's pursuit of Ahmed?
"We know who the gardener is!" What does this statement imply in the context of Fontaine's pursuit of Ahmed?
- Fontaine has identified Ahmed as someone involved in counterterrorism activities. (correct)
- Fontaine is mocking Ahmed's attempts to disguise himself.
- Fontaine is aware of Ahmed's past but does not consider him dangerous.
- Fontaine recognized Ahmed as a local gardener.
How did Ahmed's and Max's familiarity with each other influence their escape?
How did Ahmed's and Max's familiarity with each other influence their escape?
- Their shared knowledge of the city's layout provided them with shortcuts.
- Their differing running styles allowed them to navigate the rooftops more efficiently.
- Their ability to communicate silently helped them evade Fontaine.
- Their prior experience riding together allowed Ahmed to balance them on the bike. (correct)
What was the significance of Rue Vergote in Ahmed and Max's escape plan?
What was the significance of Rue Vergote in Ahmed and Max's escape plan?
What internal conflict did Ahmed experience during the escape, as implied by his thoughts?
What internal conflict did Ahmed experience during the escape, as implied by his thoughts?
What does the phrase 'fixed the flowerpots' likely refer to in the context of the intercepted message?
What does the phrase 'fixed the flowerpots' likely refer to in the context of the intercepted message?
Why did Ahmed grab Max's hand and squeeze it after Max said "I know."?
Why did Ahmed grab Max's hand and squeeze it after Max said "I know."?
What obstacle did Ahmed and Max face when trying to get from one roof to another that tested Max's courage?
What obstacle did Ahmed and Max face when trying to get from one roof to another that tested Max's courage?
How did Ahmed and Max descend from the roof to the ground?
How did Ahmed and Max descend from the roof to the ground?
How did Fontaine track Ahmed and Max during their escape across the rooftops and through the backyards?
How did Fontaine track Ahmed and Max during their escape across the rooftops and through the backyards?
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- Max cries out, Ahmed is certain Fontaine has grabbed him.
- Ahmed's instinct tells him to keep going, as there's still a chance of escape.
- Max's plan involves using the connected back roofs of the houses.
- There are some barriers, such as low cement walls, skylights, and slight height differences.
- The strap of Max's bag gets caught on the guardrail.
- Fontaine shouts in French, claiming they know who the gardener is.
- Ahmed pulls Max along, and they jump onto a skylight.
- They nearly slip on the slimy moss covering the glass.
- Ahmed knows to avoid the skylights on the next roof and stay close to the wall.
- Fontaine shouts that the police intercepted a message about "Ahmed the Gardener."
- Ahmed is accused of being a Syrian who "fixed the flowerpots" and makes bombs.
- Fontaine believes Ahmed is a terrorist and bomb builder.
- Ahmed worries if Max believes he is innocent.
- Ahmed insists, "This Ahmed not me!"
- Max assures Ahmed, "I know."
- Ahmed grabs Max's hand and squeezes it.
- Fontaine appears, warning Max not to be an idiot, but Ahmed tells Max to jump.
Rooftop Escape
- They jump to a lower roof, but the height is greater than anticipated.
- They land hard on their knees.
- Ahmed knows the next house is open on the side.
- To reach the last roof, they would need to scale a privacy wall.
- An alternative is to hold onto the wall's edge and reach for the ledge of the next roof, a three-story drop.
- Ahmed swings out a leg and finds the ledge.
- Max trembles and says, "I can't do this!"
- Ahmed holds Max's hand and says "I got you, you won't fall"
- Max swings his leg and they both make it across safely.
- Footsteps approach, and Fontaine shouts "Mex!"
- Fontaine's brown leather shoe appears, searching for the ledge.
The Drainpipe
- Ahmed and Max need to get down.
- Ahmed is already climbing down over the edge, urging Max to use the drainpipe.
- Ahmed instructs Max to step on his shoulder.
- They half shimmied, half slid down the drainpipe and jump off onto a pebbly driveway.
- Inspector Fontaine peers down at them from the roof.
- Fontaine shouts into his radio that they're near number forty-four.
- Ahmed pulls Max into the backyard of the next house.
- They dash around a trampoline.
- Lights turn on inside, a dog barks.
- Fontaine shouts into his radio that they're heading toward fifty.
- Max pants and says "Albert Jonnart!"
- Ahmed understands they need to reach Rue Vergote, where Max's bike is.
- Ahmed and Max swerve into a thicket of trees and bushes next to number fifty.
- Ahmed hoists Max over a wall and throws their backpack across.
- They fall and roll onto the grass.
- Fontaine shouts into his radio for someone to get to Rue Vergote.
The Bike Escape
- Ahmed leads the way through the yard and onto the street.
- Max fumbles with the key to unlock his bike from a signpost.
- A police officer rounds the corner.
- Max opens the lock and Ahmed tells him to hurry.
- Ahmed straddles the bike seat, relieved they've ridden together before.
- Max throws his leg over the bar.
- A police officer is only a few yards behind them, ready to grab them.
- As they are escaping Max slams his foot on the pedal.
- They shoot forward and the police officer mutters a defeated curse.
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Cornered on the rooftops, Ahmed and Max desperately try to escape Fontaine. They navigate obstacles while Fontaine shouts accusations in French, mistaking Ahmed for a terrorist. Max assures Ahmed of his trust amid the chaos.