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Yusuf Azeem Is Not a Hero
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Discuss the title of the book and its connection to the major themes. Why is Yusuf not a hero? How does the term “hero” simplify Yusuf and distort his actions?
Analyze Yusuf’s experiences with the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and how the attacks impacted Uncle Rahman. What do Yusuf and Rahman have in common and how do their stories differ?
Uncle Rahman looks up to Muhammad Ali. Describe what Rahman admires about the boxer. How does Rahman emulate Ali’s qualities? How does Yusuf manifest Ali’s ideals?
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