Vocab
Parvana's Family
Parvana
Afghanistan
Taliban
100

Define "solution"

A means to solving a problem. An answer to a problem. 

100

How may siblings does Parvana have? 

4 siblings. 

100

Is Parvana literate? (Can she read and write?) 

Yes.

100

During the late 90s and early 2000s. Who controlled the government? 

The Taliban.

100

Is it legal for girls to go school under Taliban rule? 

(Are they allowed to?)

No, they are not. 

200

Define "fume"

When someone shows that they are angry without necessarily saying so. 

200

What did Parvana's father use to do for work, before the Taliban took control of the government? (Be specific) 

He use to be a high school history teacher. 

200

How old is Parvana?

11 years old. 

200

What type of bread do they eat in Afghanistan? 

Naan

200

How can a women, under Taliban rule, ride on public transportation?

Only with a male chaperone. 

300

Define "evident" 

Something this is plain or obvious; clearly seen or understood. 

300
How does Parvana's family currently make money? (2 things) 

They sell some of their own items and also read and write letters for those who are not literate. 

300

Who is Parvana's historical idol? 

Malali.

300

What is the capital of Afghanistan? (Where Parvana lives) 

Kabul

300

Are the majority of the Taliban know to be literate? 

(Can most of the Taliban read?)

No, they aren't/ No, they can't. 

400

Define "factor"

A circumstance, fact, influence that contributes to a result or outcome. 

400

What did Parvana's mother use to do for work? (Be specific)

She use to be a writer for a radio station. 

400

What is Parvana's favorite subject in school? (Be specific) 

Afghan history.

400

Where is the city, that Parvana's aunt lives, located within Afghanistan: Mazar-e-Sharif

(North, South, East, or West) 

In the north of Afghanistan.

400

What does the word "Taliban" mean? 

Religious scholar.

500
Explain what "representation matters" means.

It means that good representation of all kinds of people and their identities in film, story, and art inspires others who can relate for good. 

500

"The vibrant red cloth caught Parvana's eye. 'My good shalwar kameez! We can't sell that!'"

Who gifted Parvana her shalwar kameez? 

Her aunt. 

500

What does the word "breadwinner" mean; how do you think Parvana will become one for her family? 

Parvana will disguise herself as a boy so she will have more freedom to earn money for her family. 

500
Name a country that neighbors (is next to) Afghanistan. 

Pakistan, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, (Jammu & Kazimir) 

500

Who was in control of the government before the Taliban took over?

The Soviet Union.

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