Haroun Chapter 5 and 6

What do we learn about the world of Kahani?

• It is divided into two regions: Gup and Chup.

• It is a barren wasteland with no inhabitants.

• It is a world full of deserts and mountains.

• It is an underwater world with no sunlight.

Why don’t the Guppees and the Chupwalas talk to each other or cross the border?

• Because of a long-standing truce that forbids any interaction.

• They believe the border is impenetrable and never tested it.

• They are separated by a vast ocean that neither side can cross.

• They have forgotten each other’s existence over time.

What is the Old Zone?

• A place where ancient stories are stored.

• A region where time flows backwards.

• A forbidden area that no one dares to enter.

• A marketplace where old artifacts are sold.

Summarise the metaphor Rushdie uses to describe the Gup army.

• The Gup army is made up of “Pages” organized into “Chapters” and “Volumes.”

• The Gup army is depicted as a swarm of bees protecting their queen.

• The Gup army is likened to a flowing river, moving in unison.

• The Gup army is described as a fortress with impenetrable walls.

Why is war declared with Chup? What are the two purposes of the war?

• To retrieve the lost story waters and bring peace to the land.

• To expand Gup’s territory and capture Chup’s resources.

• To eliminate the Chupwalas and establish a single ruler over Kahani.

• To rescue Princess Batcheat and restore light to the land.

How did Rashid get to Gup?

• He was accidentally taken there by a water genie.

• He followed a secret map he found in his house.

• He was kidnapped and brought there by the Chupwalas.

• He stumbled upon it while lost in the mountains.

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What is Haroun’s concern about the Gup?

• That they are too focused on war and have forgotten about storytelling.

• That they are too weak to win the war against Chup.

• That they are hiding something important from him.

• That they are not taking the Chupwalas seriously.

What does a follower of Bezaben have to do?

• Remain silent and avoid speaking at all costs.

• Recite ancient verses before every meal.

• Wear a special amulet that protects them from harm.

• Write a story every day to honor the god of storytelling.

For what reason has Batcheat been kidnapped?

• To force the Guppees into war.

• To use her as a bargaining chip for land.

• To marry her off to the Chupwala prince.

• To punish her for singing out of tune.

Why do you think Rushdie spelled her name as Batcheat?

• Because it reflects her chatter and talkative nature.

• Because it means “story” in an ancient language.

• Because it was the name of a famous queen.

• Because it signifies her royal lineage.

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