Simpler Version:
1. On what page does the story of Amal unbound start?
2. What is the name of Amal’s village?
3. How old is Amal at the beginning of the story?
4. What does Amal want to be when she grows up?
5. Who is Amal’s favorite teacher?
6. What is the name of the landlord who comes to Amal’s village?
7. Why does Amal’s mother want her to stop going to school?
8. Who helps Amal escape from the landlord’s clutches?
9. What is the name of the city where Amal ends up after escaping?
10. How does Amal feel when she realizes she is now a servant in the Khan’s household?
Same Version:
1. On what page does the story of Amal unbound begin? (Page 1)
2. What is the name of Amal’s village? (Page 3)
3. How old is Amal at the beginning of the story? (Page 5)
4. What is Amal’s dream for her future? (Page 9)
5. Who is Amal’s favorite teacher? (Page 12)
6. What is the name of the landlord who comes to Amal’s village? (Page 17)
7. Why does Amal’s mother want her to stop going to school? (Page 21)
8. What is the name of the boy who helps Amal escape from the landlord’s clutches? (Page 28)
9. What is the name of the city where Amal ends up after escaping? (Page 32)
10. How does Amal feel when she realizes she is now a servant in the Khan’s household? (Page 39)
More Complex Version:
1. On what page does the story of Amal unbound begin? What is the significance of this page in setting the tone for the story?
2. Describe the village where Amal lives. How does the author use imagery to bring it to life? (Page 3)
3. How old is Amal at the beginning of the story? How does her age impact her perspective and actions? (Page 5)
4. Discuss Amal’s dream for her future. How does it reflect her determination and resilience? (Page 9)
5. Who is Amal’s favorite teacher and what qualities make them special to her? (Page 12)
6. Analyze the character of the landlord who comes to Amal’s village. How does the author portray him as a symbol of power and oppression? (Page 17)
7. Explore the reasons why Amal’s mother wants her to stop going to school. How does this conflict reflect societal norms and expectations? (Page 21)
8. Examine the role of the boy who helps Amal escape from the landlord’s clutches. How does his friendship impact Amal’s journey? (Page 28)
9. Describe the city where Amal ends up after escaping. How does the author contrast it with Amal’s village? (Page 32)
10. Analyze Amal’s emotional state when she realizes she is now a servant in the Khan’s household. How does the author convey her feelings through language and imagery? (Page 39)