Parvana's Struggles in Taliban Afghanistan

Parvana's Struggles in Taliban Afghanistan

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

6th - 7th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

Parvana and her mother return home exhausted from visiting the prison. The family struggles with the absence of their father, facing emotional and physical challenges. Parvana experiences dreams that reflect her fears and reality. As food runs out, Parvana decides to take action to support her family, highlighting the resilience and dynamics within the family.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of Parvana's feet when she returned home?

They were cold and numb.

They were covered with blisters.

They were swollen but not blistered.

They were perfectly fine.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why hadn't Parvana's mother left the house since the Taliban took over?

She was not allowed by her husband.

She was afraid of the Taliban.

She didn't have a burka.

She chose to stay home until Afghanistan had a decent government.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Parvana's father believe about the Afghan people?

They would eventually kick the Taliban out.

They were too weak to fight back.

They should leave the country.

They needed foreign help to survive.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Parvana's mother react after returning from the prison?

She went out again.

She immediately started cooking.

She collapsed and cried for a long time.

She was cheerful and energetic.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What troubled Parvana in her dreams?

She dreamt of soldiers screaming and hitting her.

She dreamt of a peaceful future.

She dreamt of her family being happy.

She dreamt of finding her father.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the family's situation regarding food?

They had plenty of food stored.

They were running out of food.

They had just enough food for a week.

They were not concerned about food.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was responsible for getting food for the family?

Parvana's mother

Ali

Parvana

Noria