A Very Large Expanse of Sea complete

• Engels
• Middelbare school
• havo
• Leerjaar 4

A Very Large Expanse of Sea 

What year is the novel set in?

1. 2000
2. 2001
3. 2002
4. 2003

Why does Shirin feel isolated at school?

1. She just moved to a new city.
2. She is constantly judged for wearing a hijab.
3. She is shy and doesn’t talk to people.
4. She prefers online school over in-person interactions.

What is Shirin’s favorite hobby that she practices with her brother?

1. Playing the violin
2. Painting
3. Breakdancing
4. Running

How do most teachers treat Shirin at school?

1. They ignore her or assume she doesn’t speak English.
2. They make an effort to understand her background.
3. They encourage her to make more friends.
4. They actively defend her against bullying.

How does Ocean first try to befriend Shirin?

1. By inviting her to a school party
2. By asking to be her partner in class
3. By defending her from a bully
4. By complimenting her hijab

Describe Shirin’s attitude toward people at school. Why does she act this way?

What was one negative experience Shirin had with a teacher?

Why does Shirin initially distrust Ocean when he tries to talk to her?

How does Navid, Shirin’s brother, differ from her in terms of social interactions?

What happened when Ocean insisted on talking to Shirin even though she tried to push him away?

Shirin enjoys school and feels comfortable being herself there.

1. True
2. False

Shirin’s parents are strict and do not support her interests.

1. True
2. False

Navid and his friends form a breakdancing group that Shirin eventually joins.

1. True
2. False

Ocean is the first person at school to show genuine interest in Shirin beyond stereotypes.

1. True
2. False

By Chapter 11, Shirin has fully opened up to Ocean and trusts him completely.

1. True
2. False