Malala review FINAL

How is the Taliban corrupt? And why do some not realize it?

-The Taliban is corrupt by not interpreting the Quran correctly and going against Islam. They say things that no women are mentioned, women do not deserve a place in society, etc. They place these thoughts into people's heads, especially the ones who are not educated and cannot read, which causes corruption in their country when most women and advocates against the Taliban fight against them.

How do you know education is important to Malala and her father?

1. even though her father had issues with his father, he said the greatest gift he gave him was education 2. Malala risks her life for it and gets shot because of it 3. Ziauddin opens up many schools, gives students free spots, and risks his life as well. He went in when the Taliban was dangerous in the streets and bombing schools

How did Malala begin to learn about journalism?

After spending time in interviews and radio broadcasts, making her a activist of her beliefs

What one material possession did Malala want while she was in the hospital?

All she wanted was her school bag

While Malala was in the hospital, the Taliban issued a statement ____________________________

Assuming responsibility for shooting her but denying that it was because of her campaign for education.

Why is Moniba so careful about socializing with other people?

Because after Safina, she wouldn't want to treat a friend badly again.

Why is Malala's father unhappy living in the U.K.?

Because everything he worked hard for for over 20 years was left behind.

Why is Malala's father so upset when he sees what the Taliban have done to his daughter?

Because he says the Taliban have snatched Malala's smile.

Why was it hard to believe that Pakistani officials didn't know where Osama bin Laden was hiding?

Because he's lived very close to the capital and military for a long time.

Why were the people of Pakistan upset when America came in and took out bin Laden?

Because in their eyes, revenge was a good thing and he would kill innocent people for revenge. But they still saw him as a hero.

When other Pakistanis see Osama bin Laden as a hero, Malala doesn't quite buy into that image. Why not?

Because she believed that the people at the World Trade Center were innocent and had nothing to do with their policy. Furthermore, the Holy Quran says it is wrong to kill. Once again, she did believe in their concept of revenge.

Why does Malala feel that God spared her- gave her a second life?

Because she was meant to use her life for helping people.

Why was Malala confused by Fazlullah's thoughts about women?

Because the Holy Quran does not say that men should go outside while women work all day at home.

The Pashtun saying goes, "No Pashtun leaves his land of his own sweet will. Either he leaves from poverty or he leaves for love." Why does Malala say that she and her family were leaving the valley?

Because the Taliban and their army are fighting the valley and it's too dangerous for them to continue to live there.

Why didn't Malala's legs work properly when she got up to walk around?

Because the bullet had ended up in her shoulder and made it hard for her to walk

Why were the British doctors intent on moving Malala?

Because the conditions in the hospital where she was are bad and there aren't enough tools to ensure that Malala survives and recovers fully.

When the Malala Prize is named after our narrator, her father is unhappy. Why?

Because they are usually named after people that are dead and sees it as a bad omen

Why did Malala's father think that the Taliban came for his daughter, instead of him?

Because they wanted to kill two birds with one stone, Kill Malala and silence him forever.

How do people in the U.K., like Mr. Zardari and Gordon Brown, make things easier for Malala's family?

By paying all medical bills and by allowing Malala's father to earn a salary just for helping out.

What sound echoes in her head as the shots ring out?

Chops and drips of men beheading chickens and dropping them on the streets individually.

Even while growing up, Malala contemplates her freedom, as a female. Why?

Due to the cultures and traditions of her village, she feels tied down by this and not as privileges as her brothers.

How does Malala decide to help others with all of her prize money?

Establishes an education foundation to specifically focus on street children and child labor

Why is the rainfall worse than ever near Malala's home?

Everything washed away and left everything destroyed and smelling foul.

How did General Zia's reign in Pakistan change things?

He executed a respected leader, causing their aid from the USA to be cut and further restricted the lives of women.

What happens to Haroon, the boy who writes Malala a love note (well, sort of a love note)?

He isn't seen again due to Malala's father's anger towards him as he said he would tell his father.

In 1989 when the book The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie caused such a stir in the Islamic world, how did Malala's father respond?

He said it offended Islam and should not tolerate a book written against it. He saw the religion as strong and wanted it to reflect how he saw it in his own eyes.

Why was Malala's father uncomfortable being in a military hospital with his daughter?

He was uncomfortable because he felt that the doctor assigned to Malala was inexperienced.

What single precaution does Malala's father take to protect himself against the Taliban?

He would always change things up and switch his routine and school he attended.

Even though most people would've been flattered to see so many dignitaries arrive at the hospital to check on Malala, how does her father feel?

Her father feels irritated because he feels that all the people are just waiting for Malala to die when they have done nothing to protect her.

Even though Malala's aunt lived by the ocean, she had never been there. Why had she never gone to the shore?

Her husband wouldn't take her and she couldn't even read signs to get there.

When Malala's family is stuck in Pakistan, without receiving news, her mother makes a threat. What is it?

Her mother threatens to go on hunger strike unless they get news.

Malala was named after Malalai, a great heroine of Afghanistan. Explain Malalai's significance.

Her name was from the daughter of a shepherd in Maiwand. Malalai was an inspiration for the Afghans to win the battle against the British and is remembered as one of the most significant Afghan heroines.

What was the most popular segment of Fazlullah's radio program?

His talk of bringing back the Islamic law and when he read out people's names to congratulate them

In an effort to stand up to the Taliban, what does Malala's father do?

Instead of closing his school, he changed the uniform policy, being able to stand against the Taliban. And he wrote a letter to him.

How was Malala inspired when she traveled to Islamabad?

It allowed her to see that women could do important things while maintaining their traditions, so she goes and shares their stories.

"If there is a snake or a lion coming to attack us, what would we say is good, the snake or the lion?" Explain what this quote means to Malala and the people of Pakistan.

It represents both the government and the Taliban, both of which they do not trust. It shows them being caught between both bad forces.

Why did Malala's mother stop going to school?

It seemed to be pointless since she would end up anyway as a caretaker who would just cook and clean as her duties to her husband,

Baba starts calling his son, Malala's father, a falcon. Why is this both a compliment and a put-down?

It's a compliment as it's a bird that flies high above the others, but it is also known as a very cruel bird.

What did Benazir symbolize for Malala?

Malala considers Benazir a role model. She says that Benazir symbolized the end of dictatorship and the beginning of democracy as she shared hope and strength globally.

While touring the countryside, promoting education to the masses, Malala compares herself and her father to a certain occupation. What is it>

Malala says they are like preaches of education.

Instead of thinking bad thoughts about the Taliban who shot her, what does Malala think?

Malala thinks that she just wants to go back to Swat, back home.

Why didn't Malala's father accompany her to England?

Malala's father didn't accompany her to England because he wanted to stay and take care of his family in Pakistan.

Example of jihad being encouraged strongly?

Malala's father explained that the idea of jihad was so strongly encouraged at one point that textbooks in American universities used examples of fighting for different math concepts .

Where was Malala's father when he received word that she had been shot?

Malala's father was at the Swat Press Club for a meeting of the Association of Private Schools.

When Malala's father is trying to bargain with God in his prayers, how does Malala's mother react?

Malala's mother reacts by saying that God is not a miser and will protect Malala and bring her back as she was.

Who was Malala named after?

Malalai, a heroine in Afghanistan who was shot by the British enemy.

What day was declared Malala Day by the United Nations?

November 10

What sort of prize did Malala receive in 2011?

Pakistan National Youth Peace Prize

Even though there is no celebration now for Malala's birthday, what is her one wish?

Peace in her valley

Why might Malala be described as a "competitive" person?

She always wanted to be at the top of her class and beat everyone.

Malala gives a detailed account of the relationship between her baba, grandfather, and her own father. How does she describe their relationship?

She describes him as very influential and shows that the relationship between him and her father had to do with her dad striving to please him, though he could never get that respect.

How does Malala describe her home, Swat (Mingora)?

She describes it as the most beautiful place in the world with clear lakes, waterfalls, and a heavenly kingdom of mountains.

At first, Malala's mother kind of liked Fazlullah's brand of preaching. But, she eventually changed her mind. What was the final straw for her?

She didn't like that she couldn't go shopping and go to different places to beautify herself. She also didn't like when he would preach against education, saying that girls who get education would go to hell.

When Malala and her family visit their relatives in the village, her cousins make fun of her. Why?

She grew accustomed to many city ways with her slang, accents, reading, and even wanting to wear shoes.

How are Malala's features different when she wakes up in Birmingham?

She has short hair, and her face is distorted and there is a scar on her left eye.

Why is Malala's mother unhappy in England?

She is lonely, away from her culture, and its hard for her.

Why does Malala say that she likes England?

She likes England because people follow the rules, they respect authorities, and everything happens on time. She especially likes the fact that women have jobs and power.

Malala remarks about the amazing example of Pashtun hospitality. What is it that delights and pleases her?

She loves how the people help each other out of the goodness of their hearts.

Malala believes in "types" of people. Why does she mention this?

She mentions this because in England she can't figure out who is who.

Why does Malala pray to God to make her perfect?

She prays for perfection in strength and courage so she can help make the world perfect.

Why did Malala steal the almonds at the bazaar?

She thought they looked so tasty and couldn't resist eating them.

When Malala sees the little children picking garbage out of the rubbish heap (to sell later), she is appalled. She can't get the image out of her head. What does she want her father to do?

She wants him to offer them free spots in his school

Why was it a gloomy day for Pashtuns when a daughter was born?

She was born when at dawn, the last star blinked. Furthermore, in their culture, boys were favored over girls, so the preference and respect were towards having boys.

How does Malala's mother respond when her daughter tries to say that Safina started stealing first?

She was disappointed in her and told her that instead of stealing, she should've set an example for Safina since she was younger.

Why were people optimistic after Benazir Bhutto was elected as the prime minister?

She was the first prime minister that was female and her father was the prime minister that was wrongly executed.

When her family left the valley Malala was forced to leave all of her schoolbooks behind. Why?

Since she had to share a car with another family, there wasn't any room for them.

When 12, 000 men from Swat went to join in the fighting and never returned this produced a fresh problem for those left at home. What was the issue?

Since there was no proof of their deaths, their wives could not be formally declared as widows.

Why was Fazlullah able to exploit the ignorance of his people?

Since they were illiterate, they relieved on the TV and radio for information, so they set up an illegal radio station.

Why does Moniba work so hard in school?

So she can continue her education because if she doesn't, it may be an excuse to not attend school anymore

When Malala asks her father if he is scared, how does he reply?

That even though fear is strong, they need to find courage in the light so they can rid the fear from their people.

When Malala questions the customs of her culture, especially those that govern women, why does her father tell her to be thankful?

That even though things seem bad, other places have it worse, so she should be grateful for where she is right now.

What does Malala reveal about her feelings for education (and those of her parents)?

That everyone needs an education since it's a necessity and a source of freedom. That education is very valuable and that Malala and her parents will continue to support education always and no matter what.

What does Malala begin to believe about her mission in life- her campaign for education?

That it's a God ordained experience as He is taking care of her and protecting her.

What did the girls of the Red Mosque prove?

That the Taliban wasn't fully against women if they did their dirty work for them.

When Malala's family returns to their home, after being away for three months, quite a few things have changed. What surprise awaits Malala?

The Taliban have been cleared out of Swat, making her homeland safe once more.

What happens on the night of Benazir's return to Pakistan, as she is being paraded through the town?

The biggest bomb in the country exploded in Benazir's bus.

Malala's father's dream of opening a school almost came crashing down many times, but what changed everything?

The birth of Malala, for they believed she is what turned their luck for this dream.

Why does Malala say she has a problem with the Pashtunwali code?

The code says to take revenge from those who wrong us, but she believes that everyone makes mistakes and they should be learned from instead.

Why did one of Malala's cousins call Swat "the valley of sorrows"? (There are four reasons. Please name all of them.)

The earthquake, the Taliban, the military operations, and now the beginning of rebuilding it due to the flood damage.

Just as Malala changed her father's life, what happened in the world that changed Malala's?

The events of 9/11 when in her valley, war would approach

What does the statement "The Girl Shot in the Head, Birmingham" mean to the story?

The statement means that people may not know her by name, but they know who she is and they care about her all the same.

What is the Pashtun theory on privacy and visitation?

There is no privacy, for people can visit whenever they want for as long as they desire.

The week that Malala is shot, there are three bad omens that occur. Please list all of them:

These omens were a painting of Malala looking at a shifted sky, a nightmare a math teacher said where she came to school with a burned leg and recurring nightmares for Malala

Why does Malala compare the Taliban to vampires?

They appeared in a group with knives in the night.

What do the Muslims believe about the elderly and their connection to God?

They believe that God listens more closely to the elders.

In 1979-1980, the United States became heavily involved in Pakistani affairs. Why?

They both had Russia as a common enemy, so they became friends when Russia invaded their land

What does Malala say is the main problem with the Pakistan Intelligence Service (ISI) when it comes to cooperating with Westerners?

They had virtually created the Taliban, at which they destroyed girl's schools and blew up Budda statues.

Why did the Taliban make a proclamation of their threat against Malala's life?

They thought she promoted secularism and thus should be killed.

Malala says that people have it all wrong. When women in Pakistan say that they want independence, what do they really mean (according to Malala)?

They want to make their own decisions and have freedom to go to school/work.

Why are Malala's parents unlike most others in Pakistan?

They were not an arranged marriage, but instead wed because of love. They also interact with each other as equals. They share their problems together and go to each other for advice, instead of having the man look down on the woman.

How did Pakistan intelligence agents make things harder for Malala and her family?

They would forcefully come in and question them about events in the school.

Why do you think Malala spends so much time talking about the relationship between her baba and her father?

This further shows the history of her family and gives background knowledge of what shaped them into the people they are today.

How were the Taliban in Malala's village different from those she had seen in the photographs?

Though in the pictures, Malala pictured them with turbans and black-rimmed eyes, they actually looked strange. They had long hair and beards and wore a camouflage vest over their shalwar kamiz with trousers above the ankle.

What is the code of Pashtunwalki?

To always give hospitality and give honor to others

Why does Malala want to become a politician?

To help the people of his country.

Why were people, in the hospital, not allowed to tell Malala things or bring in newspapers?

To not traumatize her.

Why does Malala give a brief review of the Swat valley's history?

To show her ancestors that allowed her and her people to get to where they are in the present.

Why had the Swati men attacked Malala so near an army checkpoint?

To show that they could strike anywhere.

Malala comes home one day completely distraught because the Mullah is interpreting the Quran in a way that concerns her. How does her father tell her to handle the situation?

To solely listen to what God says as His words are divine messages that are free and independent to interpret.

What does the phrase: "The stone of Pashto does not rust in water" mean?

We neither forget nor forgive.

Why does Malala begin stealing?

When she believed a new girl named Safina stole her pink plastic pretend mobile phone. She did the same thing to her and began to steal her things such as jewelry.

What are the first two questions that Malala has when she awakens?

Why she has no father Who will pay for this?

How was Malala's father able to make all of his teachers happy and pay them their back pay?

With General Abba's visiting card

What does Malala's father say is the root of all Pakistan's problems?

lack of education

How does Malala show passion and pride for her homeland of Swat?

she describes it as the most beautiful place she's seen, tells about her ancestors from their that allowed her to get to where she is now, and always says she misses home most of all.

When the Taliban asked "Who is Malala", the girl did not hear them. If she had, she claims that she would've explained...

why girls should attend school