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What does baba give amir as a graduation present?
A car
How does amir reacts to the present baba gives hassan for his birthday from the kite runner?
In "The Kite Runner," Amir's reaction to the present Baba gives Hassan for his birthday—a beautifully crafted "Kite"—is complex. While Amir feels a mix of jealousy and guilt, he is also aware of the significance of the gift, recognizing it as a reflection of Baba's affection for Hassan. Amir’s internal struggle highlights his insecurities and the tensions in their friendship, as he grapples with feelings of inadequacy in comparison to Hassan, who seems to have Baba's unwavering admiration. Ultimately, the gift exacerbates Amir’s feelings of betrayal and resentment, setting the stage for the unfolding drama in their relationship.
What has amir sacrificed for Baba in The Kite Runner?
Amir sacrifices his own dignity and truthfulness in order to keep a secret hidden from Baba. He also sacrifices his own happiness and relationship with Hassan in order to gain Baba's love and approval.
What does baba then do that shocks amir?
Baba shocks Amir by letting Hassan and Ali stay at the house, as Amir had put the wristwatch and Afghani bills under Hassan's mattress so that when Baba did find out about Hassan's stealing (a trait that Baba once told Amir he would never forgive in a person), Baba would want to push them out. Instead of Baba kicking them out, he forgave Hassan for "stealing" (he only admits stealing from Amir to protect him), and begs them to stay. Hassan and Ali leave the next morning and Baba weeps when they leave.
What did Amir receive from Baba for his birthday?
Amir received a notebook and a brand-new leather-bound copy of "Shahnamah" from Baba for his birthday.
What type of refugees are Baba and Amir?
Baba and Amir are Afghan refugees who flee to the United States to escape the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan.
What weakness of amir does baba have to apologize for in chapter 10?
Nausea, Amir kept getting sick on the truck when fleeing Afghanistan
What is in the letter Hassan wrote to Amir in The Kite Runner?
In the letter that Hassan wrote to Amir in "The Kite Runner," Hassan revealed that he forgave Amir for their past misunderstandings and cherished their childhood memories together. He also informed Amir about his life in Kabul and expressed his hope to reunite with him someday.
In The Kite Runner What is Baba's Name and Baba's father name?
Baba's name is never given, and neither is Baba's father's (Amir's grandfather). They are only ever referred to as 'Baba', and Amir's grandfather or Baba's father.
How do Amir and Baba travel to Pakistan?
In a truck.
Why did amir say to baba you think you have sataran in The Kite Runner?
Amir says this to Baba in "The Kite Runner" because he believes that Baba is being hypocritical. Baba expects his son to be honest and upstanding, yet he himself hides a dark secret from his past. By referencing the word "sataran," which means noble in Farsi, Amir is calling out Baba's moral double standard.
Why does Amir tell Baba he thinks he has cancer?
Amir tells Baba he thinks he has cancer as an attempt to explain his recent behaviors and to seek forgiveness for keeping secrets about Hassan's assault from Baba. Amir believes that by sharing this news, Baba might understand the guilt and burden he has been carrying.
