Iqbal

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2001

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Chapters 11-15

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Compare and contrast the fictional portrayal of Iqbal with the real-world Iqbal. What are the differences between the real story and the novel? Why do you think the author chose to write a fictionalized account of Iqbal’s story?

Analyze Iqbal’s impact on the children at Hussain’s carpet factory. How does the atmosphere of the factory change after Iqbal’s arrival? How do the children change?

Discuss Karim’s role in the novel. How is Karim different from the other characters? Why does he support and defend Hussain?