Why I Wear a Head Scarf

hijab

a traditional covering for the hair and neck that is worn by Muslim women

Yaminah puts on her hijab before she leaves her house.

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Muslim

connected to the religion of Islam

Noman brings his Muslim prayer rug with him when he travels.

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modesty

a way of behaving and dressing that does not draw attention

My school wants us to dress with modesty, so we have to wear uniforms.

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prejudice

an unfair feeling of dislike for a person because of the group they belong to

In the 1950s, many people felt prejudice toward African-Americans.

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specific

limited to a certain time or place

My sister is planning her wedding dinner and has assigned everyone specific seats.

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