Chapters 6 & 7 The Breadwinner

Front

In chapter 6, what is the family's plan for getting groceries? Options: Do their shopping early in the morning so fewer people are in the market, Sneak out at night and steal them, Dress Parvana like a boy and send her to the market, Send Nooria out with a note that allows her to shop without a male escort

Back

Dress Parvana like a boy and send her to the market

Front

Why does Parvana have to be the one who gets the groceries?

Back

She can most easily pass as a boy

Front

What is the first thing they do to Parvana to get her ready to get the groceries?

Back

Cut her hair

Front

Why is it hard for Parvana's mother to look at Parvana?

Back

Parvana reminds her mother of Hossain.

Front

What does Parvana notice about Nooria's face?

Back

She looks older than 17

Front

Was Parvana's second trip to the market a success?

Back

yes

Front

What made Parvana finally agree to pretend to be a boy?

Back

She realized it was her choice, and that made it easier to agree.

Front

What does Parvana do for money?

Back

Read and write for people as well as sell some of her family's stuff

Front

Who is Parvana's first customer?

Back

A Taliban soldier

Front

What was the soldier's letter about?

Back

It was a letter to his dead wife congratulating her on her wedding.