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Veil

This object symbolizes religious devotion. The novel begins when the protagonist, Amal, decides to wear this object and to follow the other traditions that go along with the use of this object. While she believes that her parents will be pleased with her decision, they are actually worried, since they know the type of discrimination levied against people in the Western world who wear this object.

Polka Dot Dress

This object symbolizes the courage to stand out in the crowd. This object is discussed by Amal when she makes a connection between her choice to wear this object to a middle school dance, even though no one else dressed so formally, and her decision to wear the hijab full-time in her third year of high school.

Gates of McCleans

These objects symbolize exclusivity. These objects mark the entrance to Amal's posh and expensive private prep school called...

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