Memed, My Hawk Study Questions & Topics for Discussion

Memed, My Hawk Topics for Discussion

Discuss Memed's transformation from a poor son of a widow to a mythical figure. What is his point of change from being a kind-hearted brigand to becoming a legend?

After Memed becomes an outlaw, what acts of his distinguish him from the usual brigand? What acts are the same as other brigands?

Discuss the relationship between the friends Hatche and Iraz. How does Iraz's fight to avenge her son fit in with the book's theme of the fight against slavery?

Discuss Memed and Hatche's relationship. Does Hatche understand what she is doing when she elopes with Memed? Does she later mature as a person?

At the time of the amnesty, Jabbar accepts the amnesty, while Memed rejects it. Discuss why these two characters have a different reaction to this event.

Discuss Big Osman and his idolization of Memed, who he calls "My Hawk." ...
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