hijab – n. a head covering worn by Muslim women which covers the hair
confess – v. to admit that you did something wrong or unlawful
repercussion – n. something, usually bad, that happens as a result of an action
sanctions – n. punishment, usually in the form of restricting trade, that are meant to force a country to obey international law
attitude – n. a way of thinking that affects a person's behavior
lash – n. to be struck with a whip