the Breadwinner

Front

Which statement best expresses a theme of the selection?

Back

It can be difficult to have courage in the face of challenges.

Front

What is Parvana’s primary concern about assuming the role of a boy?

Back

She is afraid that she will be recognized.

Front

What inference can the reader make about Parvana when she is told that she is the one who will decide if she cuts her hair off or not?

Back

Being allowed to make her own choice helps her say yes.

Front

Which sentence from the selection best supports the answer to Part A?

Back

In the end, it really was her decision. (paragraph 23)

Front

Why does Mother most likely ask Parvana if she wants to watch while she cuts her hair?

Back

To help Parvana to accept the idea

Front

The description of Mother’s behavior while she cuts Parvana’s hair helps the reader understand that Mother —

Back

cares about how Parvana feels

Front

Touching her hair gingerly at first, she soon rubbed the palm of her hand all over her head. Which synonym best matches the use of gingerly in this sentence? Options: Warily, Guardedly, Safely, Hesitantly

Back

Warily, because Parvana feels unfamiliar with her hair feeling bristly and soft

Front

In the last paragraph of the story, why does Mother say, “Go to sleep, my son”?

Back

She misses Hossain and confuses Ali with him.

Front

In the story, Parvana’s haircut represents —

Back

new responsibilities

Front

How does the novel "The Breadwinner" challenge gender roles?

Back

By illustrating women and girls defying society's belief that women cannot be in charge of taking care of a family.