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Ayad AkhtarAmerican Dervish
Ayad AkhtarFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2012A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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The title American Dervish might describe several characters, but who fits this description best? Support your answer with at least three textual examples.
Why does Mina repeat the word intention throughout the novel? What does this reveal about her character? How do Hayat’s intentions transform as he comes of age?
Describe the character of Naveed Shah. What is his role in the family unit (including Mina and Imran)? How does he treat religious matters, and why?
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