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Questions 1-5 of 26:

1.

Why was Boston a relief to Souad? (from Chapter 9 - Souad)

America was a refreshing change after having lived in Paris for so long.

Her relationship with Elie improved after they moved.

She wanted to be closer to Karam.

She never learned to love Paris and moving to America was a fresh start.

2.

Why is Alia glad that Ajit is gone? (from Chapter 6 - Alia)

He was getting too old and could no longer be an efficient driver for her.

Not having a driver means that Alia can drive herself.

He was the only person who knew she was capable of fleeing.

She wanted him to be able to go home to his family.

3.

Why does Atef write letters? (from Chapter 4 - Atef)

He wants to write down his thoughts so that he is never able to forget the details of what happened.

He wants to unburden himself from the guilt he feels about Mustafa.

His doctor thinks it might help him clear his mind and recover from the trauma of the war.

He does not want to have a diary or journal because that would look too obvious in his office.

4.

Why does Riham feel ashamed when she thinks about the Fixture? (from Chapter 8 - Riham)

She was jealous of her husband for being able to help the refugees and people in need when she could not.

She was repulsed by the sick, poor people who would come for treatment.

Tending to refugees and patients meant she spent very little time with Abdullah.

She grew to resent the refugees who came to her husband for medical attention, as she wanted him for herself.

5.

Why was Souad initially so drawn to Elie? (from Chapter 7 - Souad)

Because he did not give her the same kind of attention that she was used to getting from other men.

He told her a story from his past which earned her trust.

He was Lebanese, very attractive, and wealthy.

He was funny and sweet and charming.

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