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Islam is the world _____ largest religion.
Second.
What is Islamophobia ?
Islamophobia is the fear or hatred against muslims.
Why did Soojin want to change her name ?
Americanize her name
Why did Soojin want to change her name?
Americanize her name. People couldn't pronounce it.
Why was Amina nervous about Thaya Jaan visit?
Amina thought her uncle had high expectations of them.
What does Soojin name mean ?
Treasure Chest in Korean
Wilt means
to become weak
In Chapter 4, we were introduced to Rabiya. Who is she? and What did she want Amina to do?
She is a good friend of Amina. She knows Amina is a good singer and tries to convince her to record a video and showcase her video.
Why was Baba nervous about Thaya Jaan visit?
He is worried that Thaya Jaan will not like the way things are in America. Thaya Jaan is very traditional.
Did Amina wear her Hijab all the time?
No, she only wears her hijab at the Islamic Center.
What is the meaning of the Surah?
The surah gives a warning
from Allah about how
people should not be
“back-biters” or speak
mean things about others
behind their backs.
What does Sheepish mean?
embarrassed
How was Thaya Jaan described in chapter 9?
- He wears a Kufi
- He has a long white beard
-He speaks slowly in
Urdu.
- He is excited to see the family.
- He looks a lot like Baba.
What happened to the Islamic Center?
Hate crime against the Islamic Center
How does Amina feel about performing on stage? What happened to her in second grade that had a huge affect in her life?
Amina does not like performing on stage in front of audience. She froze on stage in second grade and didnt say her lines in a class play.
Quaver means
to shake or tremble in speaking, typically through nervousness or emotion
What are dynamic characters?
Characters that change throughout the book are called dynamic characters.
Why are Baba and Mama concerned about Mustafa?
Mustafa’s grades have dropped starting in middle school. Baba and Mama feel that he is not serious and focused enough for high school.
Name two reasons that Amina does not trust
Emily.
-She and Julie made fun of Soojin’s kimchee at lunch.
- She and Julie made fun of Soojin and Amina speaking Urdu and Korean.
- She and Julie spread a rumor that Soojin’s family served dog meat at their restaurant.
What did Imam Malik catch Mustafa doing?
Imam Malik caught him hanging
out with boys who were smoking and cutting class.
What is Amina’s favorite Pakistani dessert?
Gulab jamun – a “sticky, sweet doughnut-like treat”
Anguish means
extreme pain, distress or anxiety
What is Amina’s mood in Chapter 14?
Chapter 14 takes place right after Amina has learned (at the end of Chapter 13) that Thaya Jaan believes playing music is un-Islamic. Throughout Chapter 14 the author shows us how this information affects Amina. Her mood is sad, tired, upset, and confused. She is not behaving like herself.