The Hand of Fatima

What has the hand of Fatima come to mean to Aneesi?

At the beginning of “The Hand of Fatima,” Aneesi gets a letter from her brother Hussein. What TWO themes are introduced by her thoughts about his letter?

• a.       the causes of economic inequality

• b.      the challenges of being an immigrant

• c.       the effects of ethnic tension

• d.      the experiences of migrant workers

• e.       the importance of family connection

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The verb dismay means “to disappoint or trouble.” Aneesi feels dismayed when she learns that Hussein might quit school. Which synonym BEST reflects the meaning of the adjective dismayed as it is used in “The Hand of Fatima”?

• a.       angry

• b.      shamed

• c.       surprised

• d.      upset

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How do the multiple meanings of the Hand of Fatima reflect an underlying theme of the story?

• Aneesi travels multiple places to achieve her goals.

• Aneesi struggles with multiple desires and loyalties.

• Aneesi tries to master multiple skills in her position.

• Aneesi has conflicting relationships with multiple characters.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the Hand of Fatima symbolize in the story?

• Protection and strength

• Wealth and prosperity

• Love and friendship

• Knowledge and wisdom

Which character sends a letter to Aneesi at the beginning of 'The Hand of Fatima'?

• Her father

• Her brother Hussein

• Her friend

• Her teacher

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What theme is introduced by Aneesi's thoughts about her brother's letter?

• Economic inequality

• Immigrant challenges

• Ethnic tension

• Family connection

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is the primary setting of 'The Hand of Fatima'?

• A bustling city

• A quiet village

• A desert landscape

• A coastal town

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which literary device is prominently used in 'The Hand of Fatima'?

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Alliteration

• Personification

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What emotion does Aneesi feel when she learns about her brother's potential decision to quit school?

• Anger

• Shame

• Surprise

• Dismay

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3