The Kite Runner Chapter 11 Flashcards

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According to Baba, what are the three real men in the world?

Canada

Britain (correct)

Israel (correct)

America (correct)

What does Baba say about religion?

Religion has nothing to do with politics.

What does Baba think about Jimmy Carter?

He called him a 'big-toothed cretin' who did more communism than Leonid Brezhnev.

What does Baba do to celebrate Ronald Reagan?

He bought and framed a picture of Reagan to hang in the hallway. Signup and view all the answers

What happens with Baba at the grocery store?

He got angry because they asked for his ID when he paid with a check. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baba say about trust?

No one trusts anyone in the country. Signup and view all the answers

How does credit differ in Kabul?

They used tree branches or credit cards. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baba miss about home?

The fields of Jalalabad and gardens of Paghman. Signup and view all the answers

What was America to Amir, and what was it to Baba?

A place to mourn memories Signup and view all the answers

What was Baba's first job in America?

Manager of a gas station in Fremont. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baba say about food stamps?

He works and doesn't need free money. Signup and view all the answers

What was one of Baba's greatest fears?

That an Afghan would see him buying food with charity money. Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the summer of 1983?

Amir graduated high school at twenty years old. Signup and view all the answers

How does Amir begin to see his father?

His hair was turning grey and was thinning. Signup and view all the answers

Why was Baba excited about Amir's future?

Because he was going to college in the fall. Signup and view all the answers

Where does Baba take Amir after dinner?

To the bar across the street from the restaurant. Signup and view all the answers

According to Amir, what had Baba managed to start at the bar?

A party. Signup and view all the answers

What was the gift Baba gives to Amir?

A Grand Torino Ford in navy blue. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baba ask that stuns Amir?

He wished Hassan was with them. Signup and view all the answers

How does Amir feel at the moment of Baba's question?

It felt like a pair of steel hands closed his windpipe. Signup and view all the answers

What will Amir study in college?

English; creative writing. Signup and view all the answers

What is Baba's response to Amir's choice of study?

He will be writing stories. Signup and view all the answers

What does Amir do when he drives his car?

He would drive all around town for hours. Signup and view all the answers

What does Amir do in Santa Cruz?

Drive through the mountains to watch the sunrise. Signup and view all the answers

What memories does the ocean bring to Amir?

He told Hassan that one day they would see the ocean together. Signup and view all the answers

How does Amir see America?

It was a river unmindful of the past. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baba buy in the summer of 1984?

A dilapidated '71 Volkswagen bus. Signup and view all the answers

What do Baba and Amir do on Saturdays, and what happens on Sundays?

They go to garage sales to buy old knickknacks Signup and view all the answers

By that summer at the flea market?

Afghan families were working an entire section. Signup and view all the answers

What flowed more than tea at the flea market?

Afghan gossip. Signup and view all the answers

Who did Amir meet one early Saturday morning?

Mr. Iqbal Theri. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the General.

Wispy silver-grey hair, smelled like cologne, three-piece suit, gold chain of a pocket watch. Signup and view all the answers

What does the General say about writing fiction?

People need stories to divert them at difficult times like this. Signup and view all the answers

What does the General's speech sound like to Amir?

Often used and unnaturally shiny. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the girl.

Sickle-shaped birthmark, hooked nose, black nose, thick eyebrows. Signup and view all the answers

Who is this girl?

Taheri's daughter. Signup and view all the answers

What does Baba say about talk?

Talk turns to gossip. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Baba's Perspectives and Opinions

Baba identifies America, Britain, and Israel as the "three real men" in the world.
He believes religion should be separate from politics.
Describes Jimmy Carter as a "big-toothed cretin," alleging he spread more communism than Leonid Brezhnev.
Celebrates Ronald Reagan by framing his picture in their home.

Baba and His Experiences in America

Baba becomes upset when asked for ID at the grocery store while using a check.
States that trust is scarce in America, remarking that "no one trusts anyone."
Experiences cultural differences in credit systems; mentions alternative forms like tree branches.
Nostalgic for the fields of Jalalabad and gardens of Paghman from his homeland.

Amir's Growth and Future

For Amir, America symbolizes a space to bury memories; for Baba, it represents mourning lost ones.
Baba's first job in America is as a gas station manager in Fremont.
Refuses food stamps, asserting his work ethic to earn money.
Fears being seen buying food with charity money, reflecting his pride.

Milestones in Amir's Life

Amir graduates high school at twenty years old during the summer of 1983.
Begins to notice his father's aging, with grey and thinning hair.
Baba is proud of Amir's upcoming college education, expressing excitement for his future.
Takes Amir to a bar after dinner, where Baba engages socially.

Gift and Reflection

Baba gifts Amir a navy blue Ford Grand Torino.
Stuns Amir with his reminiscence about Hassan, creating a tense moment.
Amir plans to study English and creative writing in college.
Baba suggests Amir will write stories, affirming his son's aspirations.

Amir's Connections and Experiences

Enjoys driving around town in his new car for hours.
Appreciates tranquil drives through Santa Cruz to watch the sunrise.
Ocean memories evoke thoughts of telling Hassan they would see it together.
Views America as a metaphorical river, indifferent to the past.

Baba and Amir's Activities

In summer 1984, they buy a rundown VW bus for weekend outings.
Spend Saturdays browsing garage sales for knickknacks, while Sundays are for selling them.
Witness the growing presence of Afghan families at the flea market.

Gossip becomes a dominant theme, outpacing discussions of tea.
Amir meets Mr. Iqbal Theri, a significant character at the flea market.

The General, Mr. Taheri, is described as well-groomed with a three-piece suit and a pocket watch.
Believes fiction provides necessary distraction during hard times, a perspective Amir finds somewhat clichéd.
The General’s words underscore societal needs for storytelling amidst struggles.

Taheri's Daughter

The girl Amir notices bears a sickle-shaped birthmark and distinct facial features, identified as Taheri's daughter.

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Test your knowledge on Chapter 11 of 'The Kite Runner' with these flashcards. Explore Baba's views on masculinity, religion, and political figures. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their understanding of the chapter's themes and concepts.