Amal Unbound

Why is having a boy so important to Amal's family?

• They want a boy to put on a football team.

• In their culture, boys are viewed as the ones to carry on the family name and business.

• They have too many girls already.

• Boys make better farmers.

Which happens first in the story?

• Amal buys a pomegranate

• Amal is forced to become a servant for Jawad Sahib

• Amal is forced to stay home and take care of her family

• Amal's mom has a baby

Why does Amal buy herself the pomegranate?

• She wants to buy something nice for her mother.

• She wants to bring it to her teacher at school.

• She has had a rough time staying at home and wants to give herself a treat.

• She has never had one before and is interested to try it.

How does Amal feel about leaving her family?

• She is excited to see new things.

• She is angry with her father for not helping.

• She is happy to be moving into a bigger house.

• She is sad to leave and frightened of what is to come.

What is the main theme of 'Amal Unbound'?

• A) Friendship and loyalty

• B) Freedom and empowerment

• C) Love and sacrifice

• D) Wealth and power

Who is the author of 'Amal Unbound'?

• A) J.K. Rowling

• B) Aisha Saeed

• C) Suzanne Collins

• D) Khaled Hosseini

What is Amal's dream in the story?

• A) To become a doctor

• B) To travel the world

• C) To become a teacher

• D) To own a business

What obstacle does Amal face in pursuing her education?

• A) Financial difficulties

• B) Cultural expectations

• C) Lack of interest

• D) Health issues

How does Amal's character develop throughout the story?

• A) She becomes more selfish

• B) She becomes more courageous

• C) She becomes more fearful

• D) She becomes more indifferent

What role does Jawad Sahib play in Amal's life?

• A) Her teacher

• B) Her friend

• C) Her employer

• D) Her neighbor