Important Terms
definition of abide
tolerate
who was the mother of two babies that were sick?
Malika
Where was Kamila's school being held?
At her house
Why was the family's request to make six dresses for a wedding challenging?
The family needed the dresses in one day
What did the doctor warn Kamila about?
she warned her that her blood pressure was to low and that she needed to rest
Definition of relentless
steady and persistent
What was the name of the doctor who Malika brought her infants to?
Dr. Maryam
What town did the girls' live in?
Khair Khana
What two things were patients expected to bring to a hospital?
Patients had to bring their own food and fill their own prescriptions
At what time did the bridal party arrive at the girls' house to try on the dresses?
at 6 p.m
Definition of rampant
widespread
What was the brides name?
Shafiqa
What was the store that Kamila and Rahim went to buy machines?
Lycée Myriam
What did Malika insist on doing to the gowns before the customers could leave?
Malika insisted that the gowns be pressed
How many dresses did Nabila need for the wedding?
6 in total, 2 wedding dresses and 4 party gowns
What is a Bachegak?
little baby
What was the brides sisters name?
Mashal
Where did Dr. Maryam get her medical degree?
Kabul University's medical school
What did Kamila learn about Shafiqa's bridegroom?
The bridegroom was part of the Taliban
What did Kamila buy at the Lycée Myriam?
A small new generator
What is halwaua-e-aurd-e-sujee?
A sweet confection of flour, sugar, oil, and nuts
What was the brides mothers name?
Nabila
Where did Dr.Maryam work for more than decade?
Kabul Women's Hospital
Why was Dr. Maryam concerned about Kamila?
Kamila was sleep deprived and pushing herself constantly. She needed rest.
What was Dr. Maryam's specialty?
Pediatrics