Guided Silent Reading (Strand 2)

Why do you think the novel begins with a flashback? 

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

1. What point of view is used in this novel?

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the characterisation of Amir, Hassan, Baba, and Ali help in enhancing the quality of the storyline of The Kite Runner? Describe each character using STEAL (speech, thoughts, emotions, actions, looks)

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What do you think would be the main conflict in this novel?

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Based on what you have read, what do you think is the central idea (literary theme) presented in Chapters 1-5?

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Can you locate powerful word choice or figurative language from Chapters 1-5? If yes, what message or ideas do they tell the readers? How can they help in adding colour and meaning in the novel?

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9