Character
The narrator and main character
Who is Malala?
Malala’s country of origin
What is Pakistan?
At the beginning of the book, what is Malala’s attitude toward school?
What is she loves it and wants to learn?
“Malala was named after a legendary hero.” What does “legendary” mean?
What is famous or well-known in stories?
What does Malala believe about girls and education?
WHat is that girls have the right to learn?
Malala’s supportive and outspoken father
Who is Ziauddin?
The specific valley where Malala lives
What is Swat Valley?
What special award did Malala win for her academic performance?
What is the topic student prize?
“Her father was known for his activism.” What does “activism” mean?
What is taking action to bring about change?
Who inspires Malala to speak out about what’s right?
What is her father?
Malala’s younger brother who likes to tease her
Who is Khushal?
The dominant religion in Malala’s region
What is Islam?
Why did Malala’s father name her after Malalai of Maiwand?
What is because she was a brave heroine and fighter?
“Girls were becoming more fearful of going to school.” What does “fearful” mean?
What is afraid or scared?
How does Malala feel when girls are told to stay home from school?
What is angry or upset?
Malala’s mother, who didn’t go to school but supports Malala’s dreams
Who is Toor Pekai?
The name of the city where Malala is born
What is Mingora?
What early sign showed Malala was different from other girls her age?
What is her passion for learning and speaking out?
“The Taliban tried to intimidate people with violence.” What does “intimidate” mean?
What is to scare ot threaten someone?
What does Malala say is the most powerful weapon?
What is a book or a pen (education)?
The family member who values education the most and owns a school
Who is her father, Zauddin?
What is one major challenge girls face in getting an education in Pakistan?
What is opposition from groups like the Taliban or cultural neliefs tht girls shouldn't be educated?
How did the Taliban start to affect Malala’s town in these chapters?
What is they began banning things like music, movies, and girls’ education?
“Ziauddin was known for his passion for education.” What does “passion” mean?
What is a strong love or dedication to something?
How does Malala respond when others stay silent?
What is she speaks out even more?