RL.6.5

1. At what moment does Parvana begin to accept her disguise as a boy, and what evidence shows her internal change?

• A) When she hesitates at the market, showing fear but continuing anyway
  
  

• B) When her mother cuts her hair and she observes it in the mirror, realizing “I have a nice face”
  
  

• C) When Nooria instructs her to keep the boy’s clothes on inside the house

• D) When she buys onions and rice successfully without any assistance

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2. How does Parvana’s reaction to stepping outside without a chador reflect both cultural pressures and her personal growth?

• It shows she is indifferent to the Taliban’s rules and enjoys breaking them
  
  
  

• It proves she is ready to argue with adults about safety

• It highlights her fear of exposure due to cultural restrictions but also her increasing ability to navigate public spaces independently

• It demonstrates that her disguise is unnecessary since no one is paying attention

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3. What is the precise sequence of events leading from the haircut to her completing the shopping trip?

• Haircut → putting on Hossain’s clothes → mirror reflection → stepping outside → buying groceries → returning home
  
  
  

• Haircut → stepping outside → remembering “I’m a boy” → entering the market → purchasing groceries → returning home

• Haircut → pleading with mother → stepping outside → buying groceries → realizing her confidence

• Haircut → wearing Hossain’s clothes → stepping outside → hesitating → buying groceries → returning home

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4. Which combination of events best illustrates Parvana’s increasing confidence and independence?

• Watching herself in the mirror, cutting her hair, putting on boy’s clothes, stepping into the street, successfully buying groceries
  
  
  

• Hugging Maryam, fetching water, arguing with Nooria, helping with supper

• Pleading with her mother, sulking about her hair, fearing exposure in public

• Observing her mother’s grief, noticing Hossain’s clothes, waiting for someone to recognize her

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5. How does Parvana respond to the challenge of acting as a boy outside, and what does this reveal about her character under pressure?

• She panics completely but reluctantly follows instructions, showing dependency
  
  
  

• She leaves the house quietly, relying on the anonymity of the marketplace to hide, showing avoidance rather than bravery

• She initially resists, then steps outside and reminds herself “I’m a boy,” completing the shopping with courage, adaptability, and growing self-reliance

• She argues with her family, demonstrating that fear makes her rebellious rather than courageous

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6. What impact does Parvana’s haircut have on her identity and ability to navigate the marketplace?
   
   

• It makes her feel sad and disconnected from her family
  
  
  

• It has little effect because people would notice her anyway

• It causes her to argue with Nooria and delay leaving the house

• It allows her to physically resemble a boy, increasing her confidence and independence

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. What does the effect of Parvana stepping outside without a chador have on the development of the theme of courage and survival?

• It shows that courage is unnecessary when rules are strict
  
  

• It demonstrates that facing fear directly is essential for survival under restrictive rules

• It highlights that survival requires clever disguises only, not bravery

• It emphasizes that obedience to adults is the most important factor in survival

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Why did the author describe the scene of Parvana watching her hair being cut in such detail?

• To emphasize Parvana’s emotional transformation and acceptance of her new role

• To show the practical steps of cutting hair for disguise

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  To highlight Nooria’s skill and enjoyment in cutting hair
  

• To show that hair is more important than clothing in disguising herself

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How does the scene where Parvana completes her first solo shopping trip fit into the structure of the text?

• It serves as the climax of her initial transformation from fear to capability

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• It is a minor event that has little effect on the plot

• It introduces a new conflict unrelated to her disguise

• It provides comic relief after the tense hair-cutting scene

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How does the author’s description of Parvana putting on Hossain’s clothes and noticing the pockets support the theme of adaptation and resourcefulness?

• It shows that her brother’s clothes are too big and impractical
  
  
  

• It demonstrates that clothing alone is enough to ensure safety

• It is a minor detail with no connection to the theme

• It emphasizes the mental and physical adjustments necessary for survival

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