Rukiyah's Fasting Experience and Choices

What is the main reason Rukiyah initially decides to fast?

• To show off and receive praise like Amina

• To understand the experience of the poor

• To celebrate the Qur'an

• To show discipline over her body

How does Rukiyah feel when she first hears about Amina fasting?

• Jealous and determined to fast too

• Proud and supportive

• Indifferent and uninterested

• Confused and curious

What special breakfast does Amina receive to celebrate her first fast?

• Pancakes with smiley faces

• Oatmeal with honey

• Scrambled eggs and toast

• Fruit salad with yogurt

Why does Rukiyah feel like an outsider during the mornings of Ramadan?

• She is not fasting and misses out on the morning celebrations

• She is not allowed to eat pancakes

• She doesn't understand the significance of Ramadan

• She prefers to sleep in

What does Rukiyah do at recess to avoid getting thirsty?

• Sits on a bench and watches others play

• Joins in the games but drinks water

• Reads a book quietly

• Talks with her friends

What does Mya offer Rukiyah at lunchtime?

• Potato chips

• A sandwich

• An apple

• A cookie

What realization does Rukiyah have about her fasting?

• She is fasting for the wrong reasons

• She enjoys fasting more than she thought

• She doesn't need to fast to feel included

• She prefers fasting alone

What gift does Rukiyah receive from her mother after fasting?

• Tiny gold hoops

• A new dress

• A book about Ramadan

• A special meal

What does Rukiyah decide about fasting the next day?

• She will fast for the right reasons

• She will not fast again

• She will fast to compete with Amina

• She will wait until next year

What does Rukiyah finally tell Amina at the end of the story?

• She is proud of her

• She wants to fast together

• She doesn't like fasting

• She wants to watch TV