The Breadwinner

Why did Parvana's family decide to turn her into a boy?

• So she could attend school.

• To help with household chores.

• For a disguise during a game.

• So she could buy what they need from the market.

What was Parvana's reaction when her family told her about their plan?

• She was excited.

• She ran away.

• She didn't understand what they were saying.

• She immediately agreed.

What did Parvana's mother say they would tell people about Parvana?

• That she was lost.

• That she had gone to live with an aunt in Kunduz.

• That she was attending a boarding school.

• That she had moved to another country.

What was Parvana's concern about looking like a boy?

• She was worried about her long hair.

• She thought her voice was too high.

• She didn't know how to act like a boy.

• She didn't like boys' clothes.

Who ended up cutting Parvana's hair?

• Her mother.

• Nooria.

• She cut it herself.

• Mrs. Weera.

What did Parvana realize after her hair was cut?

• She wanted to dye her hair.

• She liked her new look.

• She missed her long hair.

• She regretted the decision.

What did Parvana buy from the grocer?

• Candy and fruits.

• Clothes and shoes.

• Rice and tea.

• Books and pencils.

How did people on the street react to Parvana in her disguise?

• They were suspicious of her.

• They ignored her.

• They recognized her immediately.

• They asked her many questions.

What did Parvana's mother mistakenly call her?

• Mrs. Weera.

• Maryam.

• Hossain.

• Nooria.

Why did Parvana's mother get upset after seeing her in Hossain's clothes?

• She was worried Parvana would get caught.

• She thought the clothes didn't fit well.

• She didn't like the disguise.

• It reminded her of Hossain.