| Chracters | Symbols | History/Culture |
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Lillia.
Who is the protagonist?
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Candy.
What special treat does Mr. Pirzada bring Lillia?
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India
What culture does Lillia's family belong to?
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His wife and 7 daughters.
Who did Mr. Pirzada leave behind?
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TV.
What technology allows the family to stay involved in the violence occurring in Pakistan?
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Pakistan/East Pakistan
What culture does Mr. Pirzada belong to?
|
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She starts to pray.
What does Lillia start doing as a result of hearing about the war/ Mr. Pirzada's family
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His watch.
What piece of technology did Mr. Pirzada use at meal time to feel connected to his family back in Pakistan?
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The Pakistan Civil War
What conflict is currently occurring in Mr. Pirzada's homeland?
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Lillia's dad stressfully watches the news. Dora's dad relaxes, drinks wine, and reads a book.
What is the difference between what Dora's dad does at night compared to what Lillia's dad does at night?
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Mr. Pirzada went home/is safe/reunited with family
Why did the symbol of candy eventually become irrelevant to Lillia?
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Pumpkins/Jack-o-lanterns
What American Halloween tradition does Mr. Pirzada not understand?
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They search the University's directory for people with surnames that sound native to their culture and have them over.
How do Lilia's parents develop a community of people like them in their American environment?
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"Thank you".
What American phrase does Mr. Pirzada come to understand thanks to Lillia's family/represents his feelings once reunited with his family?
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Hindus and Muslims
What two religion's were in conflict during Partition?
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