A Schoolgirl's Diary from I Am Malala Selection Test

Front

What is the main conflict in 'A Schoolgirl's Diary' by Malala Yousafzai?

Back

The Taliban issued an edict forbidding girls from going to school after January 15.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

Front

How are paragraphs 25-63 organized in 'A Schoolgirl's Diary'?

Back

They describe events in the order in which they happened.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

Front

What does the Greek prefix 'pseudo-' mean in the word 'pseudonym'?

Back

False.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Front

What does Malala's mother express about speaking up in the excerpt?

Back

She believes that speaking up is the only way things will get better.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What can be concluded about Malala based on paragraphs 16-23?

Back

Something bad happens to Malala.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is a pseudonym?

Back

A fictitious name used by an author.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Front

What does the term 'edict' refer to in the context of the Taliban's actions?

Back

An official order or proclamation.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

How does Malala's diary serve as a form of resistance?

Back

It documents her experiences and challenges the Taliban's restrictions.

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CCSS.RI.6.10

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.4.10

CCSS.RL.5.10

Front

What is the significance of education in Malala's story?

Back

Education is portrayed as a fundamental right and a means of empowerment.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What role does fear play in Malala's narrative?

Back

Fear is a constant presence, affecting decisions and actions of characters.

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2