Exploring Plot in The Breadwinner

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What is the main reason Parvana has to disguise herself as a boy in "The Breadwinner"?

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To work and support her family

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CCSS.RL.6.1

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How does Parvana's character change throughout the novel?

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She becomes more confident and resourceful

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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Which event marks the beginning of Parvana's journey in the novel?

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Her father's arrest

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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What evidence from the text supports the idea that Parvana is brave?

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She confronts the Taliban soldiers

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CCSS.RL.6.1

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How does the plot of "The Breadwinner" resolve?

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Parvana's father is released from prison

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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What inference can be made about Parvana's relationship with her family? Options: She is indifferent to their struggles, She is deeply committed to helping them, She is resentful of their expectations, She is unaware of their needs

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She is deeply committed to helping them

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CCSS.RL.6.1

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Which character helps Parvana adapt to her new role as a boy?

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Her friend Shauzia

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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What does Parvana find in the marketplace that gives her hope?

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A letter from her father

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CCSS.RL.6.1

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How does Parvana's view of the world change by the end of the novel?

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She becomes more hopeful and determined

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CCSS.RL.6.3

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What textual evidence shows that Parvana is determined to succeed in her role?

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She continues working despite the dangers

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CCSS.RL.6.1