My Favorite Chaperone

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What motivates Maya to misinterpret Nurzhan's principal's words?

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Maya is afraid of what her father will do to her brother.

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What is a possible theme in 'My Favorite Chaperone'?

Back

Family is very important.

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Which sentence suggests that Maya is trying to escape from her dad's anger?

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I lay my head back against the seat and closed my eyes, squeezing them shut, and took myself far away until I was safe on the bars at the beautiful gymnastics meet in the sky.

Front

How is the conflict in the story resolved?

Back

Nurzhan offers to be Maya’s chaperone at the dance.

Front

What does 'kak horosho' mean in the context of the story?

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How wonderful.

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What does Maya's reaction to her father's silence indicate about her feelings?

Back

It indicates that she feels suffocated by his anger.

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What role does family play in Maya's decisions throughout the story?

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Family influences her choices and creates internal conflict.

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How does Maya's perception of her father change throughout the story?

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Maya's perception shifts from fear to understanding as she navigates her relationship with him.

Front

What is the significance of gymnastics in Maya's life?

Back

Gymnastics represents her passion and a means of escape from her family pressures.

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How does the author use imagery to convey Maya's emotions?

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The author uses vivid descriptions to illustrate Maya's fear and desire for freedom.