Breadwinner Chapters 6-10

What do you use a karachi for?  

• to drink 
• to wear in cold weather 
• to eat 
• to carry things 

In Chapter 7, Parvana has an experience with a Talib soldier. How did the interaction change her view of the Taliban?

• It made her more fearful to be outside because she thought he knew she was a girl.

• It made her hate them even more.

• It made her realize that even Talib soldiers could have feelings and be hurt.

• It confused her because she didn't understand what he wanted from her.

Based on her actions and dialogue throughout these chapters, you can infer that Mrs. Weera is

• difficult and nosy

• soft spoken and calm

• in control and organized

• bossy and rude

Which quote best shows Mrs. Weera's personality?

• "It has to be your decision," Mrs. Weera said. 
• "Well done," said Mrs. Weera.  "That's the spirit." 
• "It's a perfect solution," Mrs. Weera said.
• "You'll wear Hossain's clothes," said Mother.

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What made mom sad again?

• Rain
• Seeing pictures of Father in jail.
• Seeing Parvana in Hossain's clothes.
• Mrs. Weera

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

• Nooria threatened to hurt her.
• She realized it was her choice, and that made it easier to agree.
• Ms. Weera forced her to.
• She was afraid if she didn't that her dad would come back and be mad. 

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Were women allowed in the shops?

• Yes
• No

Where did Parvana and Shauzia have to go for their new way of making money?

• the cemetary

• Pakistan

• the ocean

• Taliban headquarters

What does Parvana do with the money on the first day of her new job?

• buys a tray

• buys back her red shalwar kameez

• keeps half and gives half to her family

• buys candy

The word "collided" means . . .

• To strike something against something else. To clash or conflict.

• A means of transporting goods.

• Marketplace stalls.

• Being able to see your mistakes and learn from them.