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40 pages 1 hour read

Deborah Ellis

The Breadwinner

Deborah EllisFiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2000

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Describe the image of Malali and her story’s relevance to Parvana’s family memories. How does this symbol help Parvana find courage in difficult times?

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How does Parvana mature through the course of The Breadwinner? Are there times when her new maturity surprises her?

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How do the older women in the novel, such as Mrs. Weera and Parvana’s mother, help readers gain a broader understanding of the ways that women’s lives were different before and during the Taliban regime?

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