Advocacy and Courage CERER

Malala's father, Ziauddin Yousafzai, is a strong advocate for education, especially for girls. He risked his life to speak out against the Taliban and defend the right of girls to go to school. This assignment explores how his actions reflect the importance of standing up for one's beliefs, even in the face of danger.

Page 41-45: These pages discuss Ziauddin Yousafzai's efforts to promote education for girls in Pakistan, his establishment of a school, and the challenges he faced from the Taliban.

Page 49: This page highlights a specific incident where Ziauddin spoke at a public event, condemning the Taliban's actions and advocating for educational rights.

Page 65: On this page, Ziauddin's unwavering commitment to education is further illustrated through his involvement in community meetings.

I Am Malala, by Malala Yousafzai and Patricia McCormick

Question 1

Essay

Discuss how Ziauddin Yousafzai's actions demonstrate the importance of standing up for one's beliefs, even when faced with danger. You must use two pieces of evidence. You can use pages 41-45, 49, and 65 to support your answer.

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