The Breadwinner Review

Which statement BEST expresses the theme of The Breadwinner?

• The enduring love of family makes anything seem possible.

• It can be difficult to have courage in the face of challenges.

• People often use food to show their love for each other.

• Supporting the community is as important as supporting family.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

What is Parvana's primary concern about consuming the role of a boy?

• She is worried she will be teased.

• She believes what she is doing is wrong.

• She is afraid that she will be recognized.

• She resents having to do her sister's job.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What inference can a reader make about Parvana based on paragraphs 21-24 below?

21: Parvana thought about it. Her fingers reached up her back to see how long her hair had grown.

22: "It has to be your decision," Mrs. Weera said. "We can force you to cut off your hair, but you're still the one who has to go outside and act the part. We know this is a big thing we're asking, but I think you can do it. How about it?"

23: Parvana realized Mrs. Weera was right. They could hold her down and cut off her hair, but for anything more, they needed her cooperation. In the end, it really was her decision.

24: Somehow, knowing that made it easier to agree.

• She is scared about the decision to cut her hair.

• She wants her sister to be the one to cut her hair.

• Being allowed to make her own choice helps her say yes.

• Being forced into the decision makes her unwilling to cooperate.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

In paragraph 30, why does Mother most likely ask Parvana if she wants to watch while she cuts her hair?

30: "Do you want to watch?" Mother asked, nodding toward the mirror.

• To punish Parvana for resisting the idea.

• To force Parvana to demonstrate her obedience.

• To help Parvana accept the idea.

• To reassure Parvana that the haircut will look nice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

The description of Mother's behavior while she cuts Parvana's hair helps the reader understand the Mother--

• Favors Nooria over Parvana

• Cannot understand Nooria's position

• Does not understand Parvana's resistance

• Care about how Parvana feels

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In the last paragraph of the text, why does Mother say, "Go to sleep, my son"?

93: "Go to sleep, Hossain," Parvana heard her mother say. "Go to sleep, my son."

• She misses Hossain and confuses Ali with him.

• She is tired and wishes the day would end.

• She is worrying about all her children.

• She is accepting Parvana's new role.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which TWO words best describe how Parvana feels while living under the Taliban rule?

• Angry

• Invisible

• Defeated

• Ashamed

• Scared

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

In the text, Parvana's haircut represents--

• Happier times

• New responsibilities

• Abandoned beliefs

• Cultural traditions

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which sentences best shows the problem that Parvana's family is trying to solve?

• There was no one to ask about Parvana

• Someone has to go to the market to buy supplies

• Hossain's clothes do not fit Parvana

• Mother misses her son Hossain

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

Which one of the following ideas is TRUE?

• 
  Parvana feels proud that she bought food at the market.

• Mother is delighted that Parvana reminds her of Hossain.

• 
  The family forces Parvana to disguise herself as a boy.

• Parvana treasures her long hair after Mother cuts it off.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.9

CCSS.RI.6.2

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2