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Tamarind and the star of Ishta

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  • Which of the following is often used in the text to entertain the readers. Select one option.
    technical language
    metaphors
    statistics
    subheadings
  • Do you think Tamarind will have a good time in India? Explain your answer.
    Yes, because Arjun seems friendly and the people are welcoming. And Arjun speak English well too. No, because she isn't confident speaking Punjabi.
  • Why is the word "that" written in Italics in line 28?
    1.. It's in italics because Tamarind is stressing the word. 2. She thinks that Arjun is overreacting.
  • How do you think Tamarind feels in line 1-5? How can you tell?
    She feels worried or nervous. Because she says that she feels her "inside knotting up" and being "thrown into a firepit"
  • Read line 18. Tell one thing this line shows you the relationship with her father.
    She feels protected by the father because the phrase "I duck behind dad" means she hides behind her dad to get protection.
  • How would you feel travelling to a different country and staying with people you had never met before? Explain your answer.
    I think I would feel the same way as Tamarind that is nervous.