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Aisha Saeed

Omar Rising

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2022

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Essay Topics

1.

Consider the novel’s title. In what ways does Omar “rise”? What does he rise above? What does he rise towards? Use specific examples from the text to support your interpretation.

2.

Why is attending Ghalib Academy so important to Omar? Relatedly, why does Amal want to be accepted as a student at Iqra? Use examples from the text to illustrate at least three ways in which achieving a superior education is vitally important for both characters.

3.

Shuaib tells Omar, “Dreams can change” (208). Does Omar agree with this statement? Why or why not? How do Omar’s dreams change by the end of the novel?

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