A Lost Child: An Algerian Childhood Quiz
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What meaning does the following phrase give to you and the story? “Sweet little girls playing, squealing, and one fine day they would disappear, and way down there at the end of the street one would see frail and awkward silhouettes,”
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Explore the nuances of an Algerian childhood through 'A Lost Child: An Algerian Childhood QUIZ'. This quiz delves into cultural identity, societal transitions, and personal growth, assessing understanding of the narrative and its broader cultural implications.
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What happened in the market placed that caused Benyamine to go Faitha’s house?
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Benyamine was sent by Mama to deliver jujube fruit to Faitha
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A Riot broke out and Benyamine ran to a house which ended up being Faitha's house
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Benyamine lost his mother in the crowd and was rescued by a Muslim Man
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A. Benyamine lost his mother in the crowd and was rescued by a Muslim ManExplanation
During a riot in the market, Benyamine got separated from his mother in the chaotic crowd. He was in distress and didn't know what to do. Luckily, a kind Muslim man came to his rescue and took him to a nearby house for safety. Unbeknownst to Benyamine, the house belonged to Faitha.Rate this question:
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Faitha and Benyamine were Jewish
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True
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False
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A. FalseExplanation
The statement "Faitha and Benyamine were Jewish" is false. The given information does not provide any evidence or indication of their religious affiliation. Therefore, it cannot be concluded that they were Jewish based on the given information.Rate this question:
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What holiday was Benyamine’s family preparing for?
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Yom Kippur
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Ramadan
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Rosh Hashanah
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Hanukkah
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A. Rosh HashanahExplanation
The correct answer is Rosh Hashanah. Rosh Hashanah is a Jewish holiday that marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year. It is a time of reflection, repentance, and renewal, and is often celebrated with special meals and prayers. Benyamine's family was preparing for Rosh Hashanah, which suggests that they are Jewish and observing this important holiday.Rate this question:
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For did what reason did he stop seeing Fatiha and the other girls in his neighborhood?
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All the girls had to move away because of Muslim Tradition
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They all became women, and could never show their uncovered face to a boy
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They all found out Benyamine was jewish and they had to shun because they were muslim
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Benyamine and his family had to move away
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A. They all became women, and could never show their uncovered face to a boyExplanation
The reason why he stopped seeing Fatiha and the other girls in his neighborhood is that they all became women and were no longer allowed to show their uncovered face to a boy. This implies that they adhered to a cultural or religious practice that required women to cover their faces in the presence of men.Rate this question:
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