Amir's Identity

• What does Amir feel about his identity in Afghanistan?

  He feels like a tourist in his own country.
• Why does Farid classify Amir as an American?

  Because Amir lived in America for over 20 years.
• How did Amir's upbringing affect his perception of Afghanistan?

  He grew up rich and was not exposed to the "real" Afghanistan.
• What does Farid imply about Amir's experiences in Afghanistan?

  Farid implies that Amir was always a tourist and unaware of the suffering of most Afghans.
• What stereotype does Farid associate with Amir's character?

  He sees Amir as someone who would flee to give money to his mother in America, lacking morals.
• How does Amir's internal conflict manifest in the story?

  It is reinforced by Farid's views and the changed setting of Afghanistan.
• What does Amir compare returning to Kabul to?

  Running into an old, forgotten friend.
• How does Amir describe the changes in Kabul?

  He states that Kabul is not the way he remembers it.
• What does Amir's certainty about taking a wrong turn indicate?

  It indicates that he has lost all familiarity with Afghanistan.
• How does Hosseini represent the setting of Afghanistan in chapter 20?

  He describes it as unrecognizable and dull, reflecting the impact of war.
• What metaphor does Amir use to describe Hassan and Sohrab?

  He refers to them as having the "Chinese doll face."
• What does the comparison of Hassan and Sohrab suggest?

  It suggests they are splitting images of each other.
• How does Assef's character evolve in the story?

  He seeks revenge on Amir and Sohrab and joins the Taliban.
• What does Assef's backstory reveal about him?

  It attempts to evoke sympathy, but it remains unjustifiable.
• How does Assef refer to Sohrab, and what does it signify?

  He calls Sohrab the "Hazara boy," showing his racist beliefs.
• What does Amir's confrontation with Assef represent?

  It represents Amir's yearning for redemption.
• What significant moments does Amir reflect on during his confrontation with Assef?

  He thinks about the significant moments of his life flashing before him.
• How does Amir react to Assef torturing him?

  He starts laughing, feeling a weight lifted off him.
• What does Sohrab's scream symbolize in the narrative?

  It symbolizes chaos and the impact of violence.
• How does Amir's confidence change during his confrontation with Assef?

  He becomes more confident and asserts, "That's my business."
• What does Assef's character reveal about his development since childhood?

  He has never changed and continues to embody his childhood traits.