by boot | Feb 27, 2025
In the first few pages of this chapter, Jasper seems to tell Shauzia what he thinks of her thoughts and actions. Describe the three different times he reacts to her.
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Has Shauzia given up on her dream? How else does she show resilience in this chapter? What would you say to her at this point in her life, if you could?
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Barbara offers to keep Jasper. What are her reasons? Why do you think the author included this part?
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
Where is the irony in Tom and Barbara telling Shauzia about the refugee camp? What do we, the readers, know about the refugee camp that Tom and Barbara do not?
by boot | Feb 27, 2025
What do you think of Shauzia’s invitation to strangers to come into the house? Why does she think it’s the right thing to do? Did you predict that the family would react as they did?
