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Questions 1-5 of 26:

1.

Why is everyone so shocked when Atef yells at them to stop fighting? (from Chapter 11 - Atef)

The volume of his voice alarmed them.

Hearing him scream made them realize how ridiculous they were all being.

He is usually very quiet and non-confrontational.

They did not realize he was listening.

2.

Why is Salma not 100% truthful about what she sees in Alia's coffee cup? (from Chapter 1 - Salma)

She does not want the other women to know Alia's fortune.

She knows that Alia does not really believe in reading coffee dregs, and does not want to bother her with too many details.

She is not completely sure of the meaning of what she has seen and does not want to give false information.

She has seen flight and tribulations and does not want to ruin her daughter's wedding.

3.

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

She wanted to be closer to Karam.

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

Her relationship with Elie improved after they moved.

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

4.

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.

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

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

Not having a driver means that Alia can drive herself.

5.

Why does Salma feel bad about giving Alia such an elaborate wedding? (from Chapter 1 - Salma)

She knows the family cannot afford such an extravagant party.

Her other daughter, Widad, had a very plain wedding.

Alia's father is not around to see the wedding.

Alia does not enjoy large festivities so Salma feels selfish.

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