The Breadwinner: Check Your Understanding

Which of the following sentences best shows the problem that Parvana's family is trying to solve?

• There was no one to ask about Parvana.

• Someone has to go to the market to buy food and supplies.

• Hossain's clothes do not fit Parvana.

• Mother misses her son Hossain.

In paragraphs 37-40, the writer describes Parvana's experience of the haircut in order to---

• show how Nooria in envious of Parvana

• describe a traumatic event

• give directions on how to cut hair

• show how Parvana's changing appearance is beginning to affect her outlook

Which of the following ideas is true?

• Parvana feels proud that she bought food at the market.

• Mother is delighted that Parvana reminds her of Hossain.

• The family forces Parvana to disguise herself as a boy.

• Parvana treasures her long hair after Mother cuts it off.

What is the main reason Parvana's family decides to cut her hair?

• To make her look like Hossain

• To help her blend in at the market

• To punish her for disobedience

• To make her feel better about herself

How does Parvana feel immediately after her hair is cut?

• She feels liberated and free

• She feels embarrassed and ashamed

• She feels indifferent and unaffected

• She feels proud and confident

Which of the following best describes the family's reaction to Parvana's new appearance?

• They are horrified and regretful

• They are supportive and encouraging

• They are indifferent and uninterested

• They are critical and disapproving

How does Parvana's mother react to the decision to cut Parvana's hair?

• She is supportive and helps with the haircut

• She is reluctant but understands the necessity

• She is angry and refuses to participate

• She is indifferent and leaves the room

What is the significance of Parvana's new appearance in the context of the story?

• It symbolizes her loss of innocence

• It represents a new beginning for her family

• It highlights the family's desperation

• It shows Parvana's willingness to adapt

How does Parvana's new appearance impact her interactions with others?

• She is treated with more respect

• She is ignored by everyone

• She is mistaken for Hossain

• She is ridiculed by her peers

What is the family's primary concern after Parvana's transformation?

• Ensuring Parvana's safety in public

• Finding new clothes for Parvana

• Dealing with Parvana's emotional state

• Explaining the change to their neighbors