Key Terms Related to Malala's Story

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Taliban

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A group of people in Pakistan and Afghanistan who believe in strict rules about how people should live, especially for girls and women. They don’t allow many freedoms, like girls going to school.

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Burqa

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A long, loose piece of clothing that some Muslim women wear to cover their whole body, including their face, except for their eyes.

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Eid Holiday

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A special Muslim holiday that happens twice a year. It is a time to celebrate, pray, and share food with family and friends.

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Shangla

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A beautiful mountain area in Pakistan where Malala’s family is from.

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Quran

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The holy book of Islam, which Muslims believe contains messages from God.

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TNSM (Tehrik-e-Nifaz-e-Shariat-e-Mohammadi)

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A group in Pakistan that wants to make strict Islamic laws the only rules in their area.

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Madrassa

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A school where children learn about Islam and the Quran. Some madrassas also teach regular school subjects.

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Mufti

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A religious leader or scholar in Islam who gives advice about Islamic rules and laws.

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Pashtun

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A group of people who mostly live in Pakistan and Afghanistan. They have their own language (Pashto) and traditions, and Malala is a Pashtun.

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Imam

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A person who leads prayers at a mosque (a Muslim place of worship).