Refugee- Mahmond 2015

Front

What does 'ethereal' mean?

Back

Light and delicate.

Front

What does the phrase 'like a zombie' imply about Waleed?

Back

Emotionless and unresponsive.

Front

What detail shows Mahmoud's resourcefulness?

Back

He had to pour water over his hands using the plastic jugs his mother had hauled from the neighborhood well.

Front

How are 'praise' and 'prayer' related?

Back

Praise is a form of worship, while prayer is a form of communication with the divine.

Front

What indicates Mahmoud's mother is affected by the war?

Back

She hadn’t gone nearly catatonic like Waleed, but at some point it had gotten bad enough that she just stopped talking about it.

Front

Define 'resourceful'.

Back

Able to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.

Front

What is the significance of the word 'horror' in the context of war?

Back

It conveys the extreme fear and trauma experienced by individuals affected by violent conflict.

Front

Explain the term 'connotation'.

Back

The implied or associated meaning of a word beyond its literal definition.

Front

What does 'catatonic' mean in this context?

Back

In a state of unresponsiveness or lack of movement, often due to trauma.

Front

What is the role of a mother in a refugee context?

Back

To provide emotional support and care for children amidst crisis.