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Q1. In “A Real Durwan,” (4TH STORY IN THE BOOK) why do you think Boori Ma lost her job and home at the apartment building? Was she simply a victim of “the changing times” or do you think there are other factors at play? (200-250 words)

Q2. Critically reply to your peer’s response to Question 1, express your thoughts, add to the answer and give reasons as to why you disagree or agree. (200-250 words)

“I believe a major factor in why Boori Ma last her job is because she is the poorest and strangest person who was living in the building. She was deemed crazy with all the things she has been saying. There would be respect for her since she was a very hardworking person, however, the people would accuse her of theft. This is because her responses although may be true, the way it’s worded can have other different interpretations. When she was accused she would say “Believe me, believe me. I did not inform the robbers.” There is also the fact that it’s changing times. In the reading, it said “Boori Ma’s mouth is full of ashes. But that is nothing new. What is new is the face of this building.” This implies Boori ma doesn’t change, however, the building and people within are.”