Imam Al-Sadek High School Grade 9 (A, B, C)

Name: ……………………………… Answer Key

A.
1. Nouha is portrayed as a loyal patriot who stays faithful to her country even after she has
been to Canada. She still adheres to old-age customs and traditions and has rooted the
image of the Lebanese villages deeply in her memories. (It was a way of recalling her
homeland and ancestral heritage in the country she had settled in.)
2. It implies that Canadians look down to the Lebanese culture, believing that Lebanon is not
developed or civilized as Canada. It reveals a sense of mockery.
3. “She is a mother-hen despite her diverse obligations or responsibilities.” It is a metaphor;
it means that Nouha is passionate who never ignores what is precious to her though she
has lots of duties. She does her best to protect and save her country against negative
influences.
4. Answers vary.

B.
1. I met her in Beirut, where she had come for only few months to be involved again in the
Lebanese life and present her works to her compatriots.
2. In Canada, women take responsibility for themselves; they aren’t pampered as they are
in Lebanon.

C.
Nouha’s Attitude Toward Lebanon
Positive Attitude Negative Attitude
1. rich ancestral heritage 1. serious gaps
2. definite improvement 2. pampered women

D. 1. Narrator 2. Lebanese 3. Taking part in a number of exhibitions in Canada

E. 1. Painting Lebanese villages
2. immerse herself in the Lebanese environment

F. 1. Ambassador
2. refuge
3. pampered
4. immerse
G. 1. The Lebanese craftsman produced amazing pottery last week.
2. The sightseers were totally astonished after meeting the disabled artisan.
3. The generous artist, together with his wife, greets the tourists warmly.
4. Many exhibitions have been held in Lebanese villages.

H. 1. If Noura hadn’t been a creative artist, she wouldn’t have become a well-known
craftswoman abroad. .
2. Jihad has made that ornamental artifact with a unique artistic touch.