Reece Breadwinner WK15 & 16

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What is the Taliban?

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A radical Muslim faction that controlled Afghanistan beginning in 1996.

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What does 'intricate' mean?

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Complex, detailed.

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What is Kabul?

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A major city in Afghanistan.

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What is a toshak?

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A narrow mattress used in many Afghan homes instead of chairs or beds.

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What is a burqa?

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A garment that covers the whole body so only the eyes can be partially seen.

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What is the significance of the Taliban in Afghanistan's history?

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The Taliban played a crucial role in Afghanistan's political landscape, especially during the late 1990s and early 2000s.

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What is a chador?

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A garment worn by some Muslim women that covers the body and head.

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What does 'resentful' mean?

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Feeling or expressing bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly.

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What are looters?

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People who steal goods, typically during a time of unrest or chaos.

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What does 'permitted' mean?

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Allowed or authorized.