What kind of child is Sohrab?

• A. Silent; he doesn't speak; he is sad; he sleeps a lot; The kite scene offers hope
• B. Energetic and talkative
• C. Playful and curious
• D. Mischievous and loud

Answer: (A)

Sohrab’s portrayal centers on the impact of trauma on a child. He is quiet and withdrawn, deeply affected by the violence and loss surrounding him, and he doesn’t speak easily, often appearing sad. The emotional weight shows in his exhaustion and tendency to sleep, reflecting a child who is processing fear and hardship rather than a carefree youngster. The kite scene carries hopeful resonance because it becomes a moment where Amir’s longing for redemption aligns with the possibility of healing for Sohrab. It signals that, with safety and care, Sohrab might begin to trust again and imagine a brighter future. He isn’t described as energetic and talkative, playful and curious, or mischievous and loud; those traits don’t fit the portrayal of a child shaped by severe trauma and withdrawn from usual childhood engagement.