Kite Runner Quotes

Front

Who says, 'I'm going to close the door. Then he and I are going to finish an old bit of business. No matter what you hear, don't come in!'?

Back

Assef

Front

What is the one sin that Baba believes exists?

Back

Theft; every other sin is a variation of theft.

Front

Who states, 'If I deny him one child, he takes ten'?

Back

Zaman

Front

Which character expresses the sentiment, 'We can't live here anymore'?

Back

Ali

Front

Who wants their old life back, saying, 'I want my old life back.'?

Back

Sohrab

Front

What does the quote about theft suggest about Baba's moral beliefs?

Back

It suggests that Baba views theft as the root of all moral failings.

Front

In the context of the Kite Runner, what does the character Assef represent?

Back

Assef represents cruelty, power, and the darker aspects of human nature.

Front

What is the significance of the character Zaman in the story?

Back

Zaman highlights the struggles of the Afghan people and the impact of war on families.

Front

How does Ali's statement about not being able to live in a certain place reflect the broader themes of displacement in the Kite Runner?

Back

It reflects the impact of political turmoil and personal trauma on individuals and families.

Front

What does Sohrab's desire to return to his old life signify in terms of his character development?

Back

It signifies his longing for innocence and a sense of normalcy after trauma.