Parvana, the protagonist of "The Breadwinner" by Deborah Ellis, experiences fear primarily due to the oppressive environment under Taliban rule in Afghanistan. She fears for her safety and the safety of her family, especially after her father is imprisoned. Additionally, as a girl in a society that severely restricts women's rights, she is afraid of the consequences of defying societal norms and the dangers that come with her struggle to provide for her family. This fear drives her to take on the responsibility of disguising herself as a boy to navigate the challenges of her environment.
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