The Breadwinner Annotations

Highlight details in paragraph 8 that help describe the setting in which Parvana lives.

How might this setting affect the story's characters?

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Words of the Wiser: In paragraphs 20–26, Parvana’s mother expects obedience, but Mrs. Weera offers an insight. What insight does she offer Parvana? Highlight this detail.

In paragraph 53, highlight what Nooria says in response to Parvana’s disguise. Then, highlight what Nooria is thinking.

What do you learn about Nooria here?

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Highlight the words in paragraphs 56–59 that refer to the story’s cultural setting. Then highlight the words that show Parvana's reaction.

How does the grocer respond to Parvana? Mark what he says in lines 69-72.

Describe what the grocer thinks of Parvana. What do his words reveal?

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