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Compared to Kabul, Islamabad is?
Compared to Kabul, Islamabad is?
Cleaner
How much money does Amir give Farid?
How much money does Amir give Farid?
Two thousand dollars
What does the hotel manager's sons want now that Amir got when he was a child?
What does the hotel manager's sons want now that Amir got when he was a child?
A bicycle
Who drives Amir to Sohrab after he gets lost?
Who drives Amir to Sohrab after he gets lost?
Where is Sohrab found?
Where is Sohrab found?
What does the hotel manager say about Afghans?
What does the hotel manager say about Afghans?
What mosque did Sohrab's father bring him to?
What mosque did Sohrab's father bring him to?
What picture does Amir give to Sohrab at the mosque?
What picture does Amir give to Sohrab at the mosque?
Why is Sohrab at the mosque?
Why is Sohrab at the mosque?
Why does Sohrab feel dirty?
Why does Sohrab feel dirty?
Where does Amir take Sohrab to spend time with him?
Where does Amir take Sohrab to spend time with him?
What does Amir reveal to Sohrab?
What does Amir reveal to Sohrab?
How does Amir respond to the question about whether or not Baba was ashamed of Hassan?
How does Amir respond to the question about whether or not Baba was ashamed of Hassan?
What is Sohrab's fear?
What is Sohrab's fear?
How long has Amir been in Afghanistan?
How long has Amir been in Afghanistan?
How does Soraya respond to adopting Sohrab?
How does Soraya respond to adopting Sohrab?
What is the last thing Amir says to Soraya about Sohrab?
What is the last thing Amir says to Soraya about Sohrab?
Where was the American embassy located?
Where was the American embassy located?
When is the first time Sohrab is referred to as Amir's son?
When is the first time Sohrab is referred to as Amir's son?
What were the two phrases that Sohrab knew how to say?
What were the two phrases that Sohrab knew how to say?
What is the poster on the wall of Raymond Andrews' office?
What is the poster on the wall of Raymond Andrews' office?
What does Amir compare himself and Raymond Andrews to?
What does Amir compare himself and Raymond Andrews to?
What does Amir lie to Raymond Andrews about for a better chance of adopting Sohrab?
What does Amir lie to Raymond Andrews about for a better chance of adopting Sohrab?
What does Andrew Raymond say to Amir about adopting Sohrab?
What does Andrew Raymond say to Amir about adopting Sohrab?
Why can't Amir adopt Sohrab?
Why can't Amir adopt Sohrab?
What does Andrew Raymond suggest Amir do?
What does Andrew Raymond suggest Amir do?
What is the question Amir asks Andrew Raymond before he leaves his office?
What is the question Amir asks Andrew Raymond before he leaves his office?
Who does Andrew Raymond suggest Amir go to?
Who does Andrew Raymond suggest Amir go to?
How did Andrew Raymond's daughter die?
How did Andrew Raymond's daughter die?
What has Sohrab started doing every night before bed?
What has Sohrab started doing every night before bed?
How did Soraya's parents respond to the news of Sohrab?
How did Soraya's parents respond to the news of Sohrab?
Who from America is helping Amir and Soraya get Sohrab?
Who from America is helping Amir and Soraya get Sohrab?
What is an immigration lawyer?
What is an immigration lawyer?
How does Omar Faisal feel about Amir's case?
How does Omar Faisal feel about Amir's case?
Islamic law doesn't recognize?
Islamic law doesn't recognize?
What does Omar Faisal think is Amir's best solution?
What does Omar Faisal think is Amir's best solution?
What are the two options Omar Faisal suggests?
What are the two options Omar Faisal suggests?
What does Sohrab compare the situation Amir tells him about?
What does Sohrab compare the situation Amir tells him about?
How does Sohrab respond when he hears that he's gonna have to stay in an orphanage for the plan to work?
How does Sohrab respond when he hears that he's gonna have to stay in an orphanage for the plan to work?
What does Soraya say on the phone?
What does Soraya say on the phone?
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Study Notes
Setting and Context
- Islamabad is depicted as a cleaner alternative to Kabul.
- Amir provides Farid with financial support of two thousand dollars.
Key Characters and Relationships
- Hotel manager Mr. Fayyaz assists Amir by driving him to Sohrab after he gets lost.
- Sohrab is discovered at Shah Faisal Mosque, the largest mosque in Pakistan.
- Amir reveals to Sohrab that he and Hassan were brothers, deepening their connection.
Emotional Elements
- Sohrab expresses feelings of dirtiness due to past trauma inflicted by men.
- He feels a sense of loss, primarily because he misses his parents.
Significant Locations
- Amir takes Sohrab to Daman-e-Koh viewpoint for quality time together.
- They revisit significant places like the Blue Mosque, where Sohrab used to visit with his father.
Cultural Insights
- The hotel manager characterizes Afghans as somewhat reckless.
- Islamic law does not recognize adoption, complicating Amir's plans for Sohrab.
Adoption Struggles
- Amir's attempts to adopt Sohrab face significant legal barriers, as Sohrab is not legally considered an orphan.
- Amir lies about being a practicing Muslim to improve chances of the adoption process.
- Andrew Raymond advises Amir that adopting Sohrab may be unrealistic.
Support and Resources
- Omar Faisal, the immigration lawyer, suggests relinquishing Sohrab to an orphanage in Islamabad while pursuing adoption.
- Kaka Sharif, a family friend, is involved in assisting with Sohrab's situation, showing familial support.
Sohrab's Reaction
- Sohrab's fear revolves around returning to an orphanage and learning English.
- He reacts emotionally and breaks down at the suggestion of staying in an orphanage temporarily as part of the adoption plan.
Language and Communication
- Sohrab has learned two basic English phrases: "Thank you very much" and "Have a nice day."
Personal Reflections
- Amir contemplates his father’s perceived shame regarding Hassan, indicating ongoing internal conflict regarding identity and family loyalty.
Final Developments
- Soraya is subsequently supportive of adopting Sohrab, recognizing their family connection.
- The emotional impact of Sohrab's situation is reflected in Soraya's parents' mixed reactions, highlighting familial dynamics.
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