Emotions
True or False?
Characters
Events
Quotes
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Was Vahan feeling any hatred towards Selim Bey before meeting him? Why?
Yes, Vahan was feeling hatred towards Selim Bey before meeting him as he had killed many Armenians, and he was currently occupying Vahan's former house.
100
True or false? When Vahan first came to work at the stables during chapter 18, he was treated very well by the soldiers.
False, they were calling Vahan names and were just dropping the food on the floor, not caring if it spills.
100
What was the name of the new Armenian girl Vahan met?
Her name was Seranoush.
100
How many weeks after coming to the stables, does Vahan actually meet Selim Bey?
About three weeks later.
100
On page 122, it is written: "Watching him made it easy to forget that he was a butcher of Armenians and not simply a debonair and prosperous businessman." How is Selim Bey acting to make Vahan think in such a way?
He makes himself look presentable in front of Vahan and speaks with respect. He treats Vahan more like a friend than a servant. Thus, Vahan questions Selim Bey's aliases.
200
How did Vahan feel about Selim Bey after meeting him in chapter 18.
He questioned whether or not he was really the guy who massacred his people, and realizes that he is kind. Despite this fact, he is aware about Selim Bey's part in the genocide.
200
True or false? Selim Bey brought Seranoush to Vahan to keep him company.
False, she was actually brought to keep the turkish soldiers company.
200
Who is Selim Bey?
Selim Bey is the ex-governor of Van now living in Vahan's former house. He is called "The Butcher of Armenians" and "Horseshoer of Bashkale". Although, he is defined as a fair and honorable man by Mrs. Altoonian.
200
In chapter 19, now that Vahan feels somewhat safe, what is he generally thinking about on his road to Kars?
He is recalling the past events that he witnessed during his march with his family. He is comparing Gorian's Inn when he was there with his family and presently. (Other examples are accepted)
200
On page 128, Vahan recalls: "Why don't they kill us now?" According to you, why does Vahan recall this passage at such a time?
No specific answer. Answer is judged by the proof provided.
300
How does Vahan describe loneliness in chapter twenty?
Vahan describes loneliness as something inevitable that leaves someone in distress and unhappy.
300
True or False? In chapter 18, Vahan understood why Mrs. Altoonian trusted Selim Bey, and he mentions that he would've trusted him as well if he didn't know who he really was.
True.
300
What does Selim Bey think about Vahan's father? Support your answer with proof from the novel.
Selim Bey states that he kept Vahan in the stables and gave him food, because he was Sarkis Kenderian's son. This means that he obviously respected Vahan's father.
300
In chapter 20, what did Vahan witness to make him not care about the stable and the horses anymore?
He stops caring about the stable and the horses, because he saw Seranoush getting raped by a turkish soldier.
300
On page 135, Vahan thinks: "I wanted to kiss her cheek, and give her beautiful clothes. I wanted her to know that she was safe, that she was no longer alone, that this was not just the best day of my life but the best day of her's, as well. She had a family now. She had a brother, a father, and a best friend." What and who is making him think this way?
He is mostly thinking this way, because he wants to take care of Seranoush as he wasn't able to help his family. This is a way to make him feel like he was actually able to save someone, and to stop his regrets.
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