Chapter 8: Adventure

Barbara says that they moved to Pakistan because “we like a bit of adventure” (page 83). Why might this be offensive to someone like Shauzia?

Chapter 8: New Characters

What new characters do we meet in this chapter? Describe who they are, where they live, and how their lives differ from Shauzia’s.

Chapter 8: Anger

“Shauzia’s anger bounced around inside her, with no way to get out” (page 80). Have you ever felt that way? Why is it an effective description? What are some other examples of the author’s use of figurative language that you have found effective?