Taliban Rule and Violence in Swat Valley

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Which of the following best describes the Taliban's initial strategies for suppressing girls' education in Swat?

Infiltrating schools with spies to monitor students' and teachers' activities, and then publicly shaming those who defied their edicts.
Imposing exorbitant taxes on families who sent their daughters to school, thus making education financially unsustainable for most.
Directly attacking schools with armed forces to create an environment of constant fear and insecurity.
Using radio broadcasts to denounce girls' education, naming girls who stopped attending school, and declaring that educated girls would go to hell. (correct)

What was the significance of Fazlullah setting up a public court in Swat?

It fostered open dialogue and community involvement in judicial processes.
It encouraged local leaders to participate in legal reforms.
It helped resolve disputes quickly and efficiently, thereby reducing the crime rate in the region.
It allowed the Taliban to enforce their edicts through fear and violence, undermining the established legal system. (correct)

What impact did the transformation of Green Square into 'Bloody Square' have on the community of Swat?

It instilled a sense of community pride as locals participated in the enforcement of Taliban law.
It reassured the population that justice was being swiftly administered.
It created an atmosphere of fear and terror, as public executions became a common spectacle. (correct)
It promoted transparency in Taliban operations, as executions were justified with detailed notes.

What does Malala's late-night prayer reveal about her character and understanding of the events unfolding in Swat?

It illustrates her growing awareness of the severity of the situation and her reliance on faith amidst chaos. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What motivated Malala's father to speak out against the Taliban, despite the dangers involved?

A commitment to protecting his community and upholding the right to education. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Taliban's actions directly undermine the community's sense of normalcy and security?

By banning cultural activities, enforcing strict dress codes, and publicly punishing those who defied their edicts. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the teacher's decision to quit teaching girls and another to join Fazlullah's religious center indicate about the social climate in Swat?

A growing sense of fear and coercion that undermined personal and professional ethics. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does Malala's mother's encouragement for her father to speak the truth suggest about her role in the family and her understanding of the situation?

She is a pillar of strength and moral support, understanding the risks but prioritizing truth and justice. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How did the Taliban use radio broadcasts as a tool to manipulate public opinion and exert control in Swat?

By disseminating propaganda, issuing threats, and instilling fear among the local population. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why was Malala's mother insistent that Malala should not walk to school alone?

Her mother feared that the Taliban might target Malala because she was a girl in school uniform. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Women Not Allowed

Banners forbidding women from entering public spaces in Swat.

Fazlullah

Leader of the Taliban in Swat known for enforcing strict laws.