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What does Max express feeling towards Ahmed in their conversation?
What does Max express feeling towards Ahmed in their conversation?
Why does Max insist that Ahmed sleep in his bed?
Why does Max insist that Ahmed sleep in his bed?
What is the reason given in the text for Madame Pauline staying over?
What is the reason given in the text for Madame Pauline staying over?
What does Max's mother's reaction to Ahmed staying over reveal about her character?
What does Max's mother's reaction to Ahmed staying over reveal about her character?
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The orchids being 'back upstairs, lined up on the kitchen windowsill' suggests what?
The orchids being 'back upstairs, lined up on the kitchen windowsill' suggests what?
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What is implied by Ahmed's reaction of looking 'into the distance, the way the statue had'?
What is implied by Ahmed's reaction of looking 'into the distance, the way the statue had'?
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Max's statement 'Just a sidekick to one' reveals his...
Max's statement 'Just a sidekick to one' reveals his...
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Why is Max 'even more relieved that Ahmed wasn't in the wine cellar'?
Why is Max 'even more relieved that Ahmed wasn't in the wine cellar'?
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What does Max telling Ahmed 'You'll stay with me tonight, in my room' primarily signify?
What does Max telling Ahmed 'You'll stay with me tonight, in my room' primarily signify?
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Ahmed's 'months on a camping mat on the cold wine-cellar floor' and 'outside on a playground slide' highlight his...
Ahmed's 'months on a camping mat on the cold wine-cellar floor' and 'outside on a playground slide' highlight his...
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Flashcards
Feelings of Uselessness
Feelings of Uselessness
Max expresses feeling worthless and incapable, struggling with self-esteem.
Boy Hero
Boy Hero
Ahmed refers to Max's role as someone who helps others, though Max feels like a sidekick.
Ahmed's Sleepover
Ahmed's Sleepover
Max invites Ahmed to stay over due to metro shutdown, ensuring his safety.
Metro Shutdown
Metro Shutdown
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Inflatable Mattress
Inflatable Mattress
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Cold Wine-cellar Floor
Cold Wine-cellar Floor
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Madame Pauline's Visit
Madame Pauline's Visit
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Rediscovered Orchids
Rediscovered Orchids
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Emotional Support
Emotional Support
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Concentration on Feelings
Concentration on Feelings
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Study Notes
Chapter Fifty Summary
- Max collapses on an inflatable mattress on the bedroom floor after midnight.
- Ahmed is sleeping in Max's bed.
- Max insisted on Ahmed sleeping in the bed, after many months spending on a camping mat on the cold wine cellar floor and playground slide, which was undeserving for Ahmed.
- Max's parents accepted Ahmed's explanation of the event, even though it wasn't the actual reason (Metro shutdown).
- Madame Paulie was staying over, so Max's mother set up a bed for her in the front room of the basement.
- Max felt glad to know Ahmed was not in the wine cellar while his parent prepares the room.
- Max noticed orchids were placed on kitchen windowsill.
- Max asked, whether these were new orchids, to which a reply that these were old ones was given by a character.
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Description
This summary captures the key events from Chapter Fifty, where Max finds comfort in his friendship with Ahmed. Max's parents make accommodations for Ahmed, reflecting their growing bond. The narrative also highlights small details like the orchids that bring a sense of nostalgia and warmth to the setting.