The Breadwinner Selection Test

Front

What does Mother mean when she says, 'Go to sleep, my son'?

Back

She misses Hossain and confuses Ali with him.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the description of Mother’s behavior while cutting Parvana’s hair reveal?

Back

Mother cares about how Parvana feels.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is a key theme expressed in 'The Breadwinner'?

Back

It can be difficult to have courage in the face of challenges.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does the word 'gingerly' mean?

Back

Warily, guardedly, safely, hesitantly.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What does it mean to act 'gingerly'?

Back

To act warily, especially when feeling unfamiliar or cautious.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Front

What is the significance of Parvana's decision about her hair?

Back

It symbolizes her agency and the challenges she faces.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

How does family love influence the characters in 'The Breadwinner'?

Back

The enduring love of family makes anything seem possible.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does it mean to support the community?

Back

Supporting the community is as important as supporting family.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RI.7.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

What does the term 'courage' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

The ability to confront fear or challenges.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Front

How does Parvana's character develop throughout the story?

Back

She learns to take on responsibilities and face challenges.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3