There are many vocabulary terms and allusions present in the novel Amal Unbound that would be helpful for students to preview. These will aid in overall comprehension of the book and an understanding of the time periods. This storyboard features key terms along with definitions and illustrations.
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SARI
MOSQUE
HIJAB
(noun) A garment worn by women made of cotton or silk that wraps around the body and drapes over the shoulder or head.
(noun) A muslim place of worship.
(noun) A headscarf worn to cover the hair.
CHAI
AMAL UNBOUND VOCABULARY
KAMEEZ
(noun) A type of tea made by boiling tea leaves with milk, sugar, and cardamom.
(noun) An article of clothing worn by both men and women. It can be a long shirt or more of a dress.