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Is Deven wise to agree to become Nur's secretary? Why or why not? What does he get out of the arrangement? Is he giving in to Murad's manipulations? How or how not?
Some students will see this as a sign of Deven's weakness, while others will say that he should have the chance to learn from his hero. Students should observe that this conflict illustrates the tension between everyday life and art.
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How is Imtiaz Begum portrayed? Does the narrator treat her fairly? How or how not? Does the novel share Deven's dismissive attitude toward her? How can you tell?
Deven is very judgmental about Imtiaz Begum, but it isn't clear that the novel feels the same way. Some will...
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