The Kite Runner-Week 4, Post A

Vocab:
-Dissertations (125): A lengthy, formal treatise, especially one written by a candidate for the doctoral degree at a university; a thesis.
-Brash (125): impertinent; impudent; tactless

Figurative Language:
"There are only three real men in this world Amir,' he'd say. He's count them off on his fingers: America the brash savior, Britain, and Israel. 'The rest of them-' he used to wave his hand and make a phht sound '-they're like gossiping old women.'" (125) This quote is an example of a similie describing what Baba thought of the world with the exception of three countries.

"'He's not fit to run this country. It's like putting a boy who can't ride a bike behind the wheel of a brand new Cadillac.'" (126) This quote is an example of a similie describing Baba's views of President Jimmy Carter.

"Baba walked out of the welfare office like a man cured of a tumor." (131) This statement is an example of a similie describing the great sensation Baba felt when he returned the food stamps to his eligibility officer.

Quote:
"'Amir is going to be a great writer,' Baba said. I did a double take at this. 'He has finished his first year of college and earned A's in all of his courses.'" (139) This quote is significant because it shows Baba finally accepting his son for who he is and realizing that he should be quite proud of Amir's talent. This is a big step for Baba and could change the relationship between Baba and Amir forever.

Theme:
I seem to be finding a theme of acceptance throughout this passage of the novel. Baba becoming more accepting of Amir, Amir becoming more accepting of Baba. All in all, their relationship is growing stronger.