Question

The Kite Runner Chapter 4

“I Am” Poem
Objective: Understanding character motivation
Synthesizing character traits

Activity
Write an “I am” poem for Amir . Write
information from the character’s words and actions in the novel. You may choose to use
direct quotations where appropriate.


Line 1: Begin with the words “I am.”
Line 2: Write three nouns about which your character has strong feelings.
Line 3: Write a complete sentence about two things your character likes.
Line 4: Begin with three nouns that describe qualities your character appreciates in other
people. End the sentence with the words “are important to me.”
Line 5: Write a sentence explaining something positive your character likes about himself.
Lines 6 & 7: Begin a sentence in line 6 in which you show something negative your
character sees in himself or in others; finish the sentence in line 7 by showing that out of
something bad can come good. Use the word “but” or “however” to link the two ideas.
Lines 8, 9, 10: Write three short sentences explaining things about which your character
has strong feelings – likes or dislikes. These do not have to relate to each other or to the
previous lines you have written.

Example:
1 I am
2 Rain, Forests, and Sunsets.
3 I like long walks and quiet times.
4 Honesty, Humor, and Peace are important to me.
5 I find satisfaction in a job well done.
6 I can be fearsome when my ideas are challenged,
7 But I thrive on intelligent conversation.
8 I love nature and animals.
9 I can be counted on to help.
10 I have strong feelings when a life is threatened.
11 I am ____________.

Answer 1

1 I am Amir.

2 Books, Kites, and Afghanistan.

3 I like spending time with Baba and reading books.

4 Loyalty, Courage, and Kindness are important to me.

5 I take pride in my writing.

6 I am haunted by my past mistakes and my inability to stand up for myself,

7 But I am learning to take responsibility for my actions and to make things right.

8 I hate bullies and people who mistreat others.

9 I feel guilty about betraying Hassan.

10 I have strong feelings about the injustices in the world.

11 I am Amir, a flawed but growing individual who seeks redemption for his past actions.

Step-by-step explanation: