Quiz on 'The Breadwinner'

What does the word seldom mean in this context?

• Never

• Often

• Rarely

• Always

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

What are kebabs?

• A type of bread

• Grilled meat on a skewer

• A sweet dessert

• A kind of rice dish

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.5.3

CCSS.RI.6.3

In The Breadwinner, Parvana notices many men wearing a pakul. What is a pakul?

• A type of headscarf for women

• A traditional wool hat worn by men

• A loose-fitting garment

• A type of sandal

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

In the story, who could be described as a heroine?

• Someone who supports oppressive laws

• A brave and inspiring female figure

• A young girl with little courage

• A person who avoids challenges

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

What is a poultice?

• A soothing herbal drink

• A soft, moist dressing applied to a wound

• A type of healing ointment

• A thick piece of fabric

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What is the definition of a refugee?

• Someone forced to leave their home due to conflict or danger

• A traveler who is exploring a new country

• A person who moves to a new city by choice

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

What does 'exile' mean in the context of Parvana's father being imprisoned?

• Being forced to leave one's country or home

• Voluntarily moving to a new place

• Returning home after many years

• Living as a ruler in a new land

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does 'derision' mean in the context of Parvana disguising herself as a boy?

• Harsh criticism or mockery

• Praise and admiration

• Silent approval

• Indifference or neutrality

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3