Plot Questions
Why was Nooria not able to sacrifice becoming a boy?
She is 17 years old, and her body is too mature.
Who is the main character in the Breadwinner?
Parvana
In this theme, we see that women have little to no rights but men are treated differently and are held to a different standard
Gender
being in charge of a duty, task, or person, and being accountable for the results of your actions
responsibility
What happened to Hossain (the brother)?
He passed away.
Parvana does not get along well with this older sister.
Nooria
In this theme, we see that family is close-knit and family members do everything they can to support one another, even when fighting with siblings.
family
an irritable or angry mood.
fume
Where is Parvana's father?
He is in jail.
Parvana's older brother who was killed by a landmine
Hossain
In this theme, we see that Parvana is brave enough to do whatever it takes to take care of her family.
courage
the act of solving a problem, question
solution
Which character often gave words of the wiser advice, and she helped Parvana's mom come up with the master plan?
Mrs. Weera
a former gym teacher and is the mom's friend
Mrs. Weera
We see this theme when Parvana looks past her traumas and hardships and holds out a belief that her family will get through their poverty and oppression.
Hope
an act or instance of working or acting together for a common purpose or benefit; joint action
cooperation
What is the government called that invaded Kabul and instituted very restrictive laws?
The Taliban
What is Parvana's little sister's name?
Maryam
We see this theme in the text when it is seen as a threat by the Taliban AND when it is TAKEN away from women
Education
low and harsh; hoarse.
gruff