Vocabulary
What is a Talib?
A member of the Taliban.
Who becomes Parvana’s friend while working in the market?
Shauzia.
Why does Parvana disguise herself as a boy?
So she can work and buy food for her family.
Which of these is a theme in the book Parvana?
A. Revenge
B. Wellbeing
C. Friendship
D. School Life
C. Friendship
In which city is the story mostly set?
Kabul
What is a Burqa?
A garment that covers a woman’s body and face.
Who is Mrs. Weera?
A former PE teacher who helps lead and support the family.
Where does Parvana work each day, and what does she do?
In the Kabul market reading and writing letters. Also digging up bones for a while.
Which theme is most strongly shown by Parvana risking her safety to help her family?
A. Greed
B. Bravery
C. Revenge
D. Freedom
B. Bravery
Where do Parvana and Shauzia witness the Talibans brutal treatment of thieves?
At a soccer stadium
What is a refugee?
A person forced to leave their home because of danger or war.
Which family member cuts Parvana’s hair?
Her mother and Mrs. Weera help disguise her.
What valuable item does the family sell for money?
Their belongings, including household items and clothing. A notable item is Paravana's Shalwar Kameez.
What theme do flowers relate to?
A. Personal Growth
B. Wealth and success
C. Funerals and weddings
D. Family
A. Personal Growth
Where do Mother, Nooria, Mariyam and Ali travel to??
Mazar-e-Sharif
What does mourn mean?
To feel or show sadness after someone dies.
What is Shauzia's male alias (name)?
Shafiq
Name three of the challenges Parvana and Shauzia face while digging up bones.
Risk getting caught by the Taliban.
It's exhausting.
It's disturbing and scary.
Theres no nearby toilets.
There could be landmines.
The burqa is used as a symbol of...
A. Celebration of Culture
B. Fashion
C. Oppression
D. Annoyance
C. Oppression
What country and location does Parvana promise Shauzia she will meet her in twenty years?
The Eiffel Tower, in Paris, France.
What does embroidered mean?
Decorated with patterns or designs stitched into fabric using thread.
What is Parvana's mother's name?
Fatana
What's the inciting incident (turning point) for Parvana?
Her father is arrested.
Why is the act of reading and writing letters important to the novel's themes?
A. It makes Parvana smarter than the other characters, which helps her survive.
B. It shows the power of education and giving others a voice.
C. It helps the Taliban spread messages.
D. Because girls should be able to read.
B. It shows the power of education and giving others a voice.
Where did Parvana's Father get his education?
England