In post-revolution Iran, war is very frightening for Marjane and her family yet they stay in Iran. When Marjane hears about the war from her school and parents she is quick to react and wants to participate. But, when she hears a bomb go off she is scared for her life, saying she does not want to die while her parents are trying to comfort her. Her parents share a worried glance because they are very patriotic and know how hard it is to leave the country.The main idea is that everyone has their times of fear and war is truly scary for everyone, not just those who are fighting in it. The school that Marjane attends glorifies war and tells the students soldiers are martyrs in order to have children help or join the war. This affects her behavior