The Breadwinner review

What is the conflict of the story?

• Parvana has to cut her hair.

• Nooria is always mean to Parvana.

• The family needs food from the market.

• Mrs. Weera doesn't visit anymore.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Why does the writer describe Parvana's haircut experience?

• The writer shows that Parvana regrets her decision to cut her hair.

• The writer describes the positive change in Parvana.

• The writer shares how controlling Mother can be.

• The writer explains the process of cutting hair.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

How does Parvana change from the beginning of the selection to the end?

• She gains confidence after she shops at the market in disguise.

• She stops arguing with Nooria to make the household more peaceful.

• She realizes that her education is important, so she returns to school.

• She regrets cutting her hair and runs away from home.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What does Parvana do to provide for her family?

• Join the Taliban

• Learns how to cook

• Dresses as a girl

• Dresses as a boy

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In the story, Parvana’s haircut represents —

• a happier time

• new responsibilities

• abandoned beliefs

• cultural traditions

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which of the following are themes found in the story? choose 3

• We sacrifice for those we love

• It is important to have courage to do what is right

• It is important to be honest

• Fear is dangerous

• Courage in the face of adversity

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2