Story Elements
Q: Who is the main character in the story?
A: The main character is Rania.
Q: How does Rania feel about school at the beginning?
A: She hates school and finds it boring.
Q: Where does Panji come from?
A: He comes from the Kanekes village (Baduy community).
Q: What is Rania’s wish regarding school at first?
A: She wishes to be free from homework and exams.
Q: Why was Rania late to school several times?
A: Because she planned to skip school and had conflicts with her mother.
Q: Who supervises Rania after school?
A: Mr. Tedja supervises her.
Q: Why does Panji feel shy when meeting Rania?
A: Because he is not used to interacting with others outside his community.
Q: What do Baduy people usually do for a living?
A: They sell fruits and forest products like durians and bananas.
Q: What does Panji think about school?
A: He thinks school is valuable and wants to attend it.
Q: Why does Panji not go to school?
A: Because his community believes education can lead to negative behavior.
Q: What does Panji wear when Rania sees him?
A: He wears a white outfit and a headdress.
Q: How does Rania react when she learns about Panji’s life?
A: She becomes quiet and starts to reflect on her own attitude.
Q: How far do Baduy people walk to the market?
A: They walk about 12 km.
Q: How does Panji’s perspective affect Rania?
A: It makes her realize school is a privilege.
Q: If you were Rania, how would you treat school after meeting Panji?
A: I would value school more and attend regularly.
Q: What does Rania imagine her friends are doing at home?
A: Resting or playing games.
Q: What motivates Panji’s desire to go to school?
A: His wish to learn reading, writing, and about the world.
Q: What belief prevents Baduy children from attending school?
A: The belief that education may lead people to deceive others.
Q: What contrast is shown between Rania and Panji?
A: Rania dislikes school, while Panji dreams of attending it.
Q: How does the setting influence the characters’ perspectives on education?
A: Rania’s modern setting makes her take school for granted, while Panji’s traditional setting makes education a rare opportunity.