Question

What is the significance of Amir’s first word versus Hassan’s first word? What does it mean for Hassan to say Amir as his first word? What does it say about their relationship? Consider the ethnic divide between the Pashtuns and Hazaras. Consider how their relationship is structured as a master and servant.

(3-4 well-developed sentences to respond).

Answer 1

Amir's first word being Baba while Hassan's was Amir really sets the whole stage for everything that happens in the book. Amir's first word being Baba represents how much he wanted the respect of his father, and while trying to earn that respect he burned his relationship with Hassan.

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