I Am Malala Part IV "Targeted"

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1. Why was Malala's dad much more afraid when he learned that Malala had been targeted than when he was being threatened?

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The correct answer suggests that Malala's father was more afraid when he learned that Malala had been targeted because he loved and adored his daughter. He prioritized her safety and well-being over his own, making her safety a greater concern for him than his own personal safety.

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I Am Malala Part IV  "Targeted" - Quiz


After CAREFULLY reading Part IV of the memoir, CAREFULLY read each question ---look back in your novle and your Learning Folder and answer the following questions.

2. At the beginning of Chapter 21, what positive situation in regards to education did Malala state was happening in her home?

Explanation

In the beginning of Chapter 21, Malala mentioned that her mom was learning to read. This indicates a positive situation in regards to education in her home, as her mother's desire to learn and improve her literacy skills shows the importance and value placed on education within their family. It also reflects the positive impact of Malala's father's efforts in promoting education, as he had established a girls' school and encouraged learning not only for his students but also for his own wife.

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3. Who was Malala's father's friend who was shot 'point blank in the face'?

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Zahid Khan is the correct answer because he was Malala's father's friend who was shot 'point blank in the face'.

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4. What was Malala's dad's reaction when he learned his friend had been shot?
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5. Why was Malala's own education dropping/why was she not at the top of her class anymore?

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Malala's own education was dropping because she was occupied with traveling and giving speeches. This caused others to surpass her in terms of assignments and class ranking.

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6. At what age, in Pakistani culture, are people considered to be adults?

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In Pakistani culture, people are considered to be adults at the age of 14.

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7. How did Malala FIRST LEARN that she had been targeted by the Taliban?

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Malala first learned that she had been targeted by the Taliban when her dad learned it from a reporter from Alaska and then sadly shared the news with her. This suggests that her dad received the information from the reporter and informed Malala about the threat she was facing.

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8. How did Malala react to the news that the Taliban wanted her to be killed?

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Malala reacted to the news that the Taliban wanted her to be killed by closing the computer and never looking at the words (threat) again, and remaining calm.

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9. In what way, in Chapter 21, did the Taliban attempt to discredit Malala's dad's school?

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The correct answer suggests that the Taliban attempted to discredit Malala's dad's school by distributing a letter that contained false information about a field trip. This action was a way for the Taliban to undermine the reputation and credibility of the school, potentially causing fear and doubt among the students, parents, and community.

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10. What is meant by the word 'dyna' in their language?

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In the given question, the word "dyna" is mentioned and we are asked to determine its meaning in their language. Out of the given options, "bus" is the only option that could potentially be a meaning for "dyna" in their language. Therefore, "bus" is the correct answer.

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11. In Chapter 21, what FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE is used when Malala describes the White Palace and states that it  was".......a wonder built of white marble so unearthly it floated like a cloud."  ???

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The correct answer is a simile. A simile is a figure of speech that compares two things using "like" or "as." In this case, Malala is comparing the White Palace to a cloud, stating that it floated like a cloud. This comparison helps to create a vivid image in the reader's mind and emphasizes the ethereal beauty of the palace.

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Why was Malala's dad much more afraid when he learned that Malala...
At the beginning of Chapter 21, what positive situation in regards to...
Who was Malala's father's friend who was shot 'point blank...
What was Malala's dad's reaction when he learned his friend...
Why was Malala's own education dropping/why was she not at the top...
At what age, in Pakistani culture, are people considered to be adults?
How did Malala FIRST LEARN that she had been targeted by the Taliban?
How did Malala react to the news that the Taliban wanted her to be...
In what way, in Chapter 21, did the Taliban attempt to discredit...
What is meant by the word 'dyna' in their language?
In Chapter 21, what FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE is used when Malala describes...
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