Context (AO3) Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
The Taliban
A
-Known for systematic oppression of women:
-Not able to leave home without a man
-Not permitted to study in schools
-Control of society:
-Men not allowed to shave beards
-Banned kite flying
2
Q
Religion / ethnic groups
A
-Pashtuns= powerful
-Hazaras= marginalised
3
Q
Hosseini’s intentions
A
-Humanise his novel by showing Afghanistan as more an just a place of war + conflict
-Educate his audience= reflected through choice to write some words in Afghanistan language
