Exploring Plot in The Breadwinner

What is the main reason Parvana has to disguise herself as a boy in "The Breadwinner"?

• To attend school

• To work and support her family

• To escape from the Taliban

• To travel freely

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CCSS.RL.6.1

How does Parvana's character change throughout the novel?

• She becomes more fearful and timid

• She becomes more confident and resourceful

• She becomes more selfish and greedy

• She becomes more isolated and withdrawn

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CCSS.RL.6.3

Which event marks the beginning of Parvana's journey in the novel?

• Her father's arrest

• Her family's move to a new city

• Her mother's illness

• Her sister's wedding

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CCSS.RL.6.3

What evidence from the text supports the idea that Parvana is brave?

• She hides in her room all day

• She confronts the Taliban soldiers

• She refuses to help her family

• She runs away from home

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CCSS.RL.6.1

How does the plot of "The Breadwinner" resolve?

• Parvana's family moves to America

• Parvana's father is released from prison

• Parvana becomes a teacher

• Parvana's family opens a bakery

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CCSS.RL.6.3

What inference can be made about Parvana's relationship with her family?

• She is indifferent to their struggles

• She is deeply committed to helping them

• She is resentful of their expectations

• She is unaware of their needs

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CCSS.RL.6.1

Which character helps Parvana adapt to her new role as a boy?

• Her mother

• Her sister Nooria

• Her friend Shauzia

• Her teacher

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CCSS.RL.6.3

What does Parvana find in the marketplace that gives her hope?

• A letter from her father

• A hidden stash of money

• A kind stranger

• A piece of jewelry

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CCSS.RL.6.1

How does Parvana's view of the world change by the end of the novel?

• She becomes more cynical and distrustful

• She becomes more hopeful and determined

• She becomes more naive and innocent

• She becomes more fearful and anxious

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CCSS.RL.6.3

What textual evidence shows that Parvana is determined to succeed in her role?

• She gives up easily when faced with challenges

• She continues working despite the dangers

• She relies on others to solve her problems

• She avoids taking risks

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CCSS.RL.6.1