Is a “prophet” supposed to carry out the divine will of the gods as their highest priority or instead, focus on bettering their community even if it might be against God’s will?
Why was Marjane’s teacher so disturbed when Marjane claimed she was going to be a prophet and why did Marjane lie to her parents saying she wanted to be a doctor?
Why is Marjane’s teacher so disturbed when Marjane claimed she is going to be a prophet and why does Marjane lie to her parents saying she wanted to be a doctor?
The other children, who are less affected by political norms than the teacher, also make fun of Marjane for expressing a desire to become a prophet. Why do you think this is?
At this stage in Marjane’s development, how well do you think she understands societal norms and constructs?
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DeleteWhy does Marjane decide to be the last prophet?
Why were Iranian females forced to wear a veil in the first place?
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DeleteWhat does the physical portrayal of God on page 8 reveal about how Marjane feels about God?
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DeleteHow would Marjane shape the government to fit her standards as a prophet?
DeleteHow does being a female prophet reflect on Marjane as a character?
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DeleteWhat do the sun like rays around Marjane’s head symbolize? What do they mean to her?
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ReplyDeleteWe know a that Marjane is religious but why do we never see her celebrating any religious holidays other than the Zarathutrian fire ceremony.
ReplyDeleteThe other children, who are less affected by political norms than the teacher, also make fun of Marjane for expressing a desire to become a prophet. Why do you think this is?
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