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Amir's confrontation with assef in wazir akar khan marks an important turning point in the novel why does the author have amir assef and sohrab all come together in this way?
This moment is Amirs chance to make it up to his half-brother Hassan; his opportunity to forgive himself for having done nothing to help Hassan, when assef was actin in such a repulsive way. Amir had witnessed that moment and remained motionless for selfish reasons and having done so brought so much guilt. So ultimately Amir had an opportunity to save sohrab, hassans son. Returning the favor Hassan had once done for Amir. He finally accepted the thrift that Hassan was not his friend but family-and family is always there for one another
What nicknames does Amir Badri go by?
Amir Badri goes by Amir.
What is the birth name of Amir Madani?
Amir Madani's birth name is Amir Madaninejad.
What is the birth name of Diana Amir?
Diana Amir's birth name is Nurdiyana Amir Hashim.
How tall is Mehr Hassan?
Hassan Halim is 6'.
What does baba then do that shocks amir?
Baba shocks Amir by letting Hassan and Ali stay at the house, as Amir had put the wristwatch and Afghani bills under Hassan's mattress so that when Baba did find out about Hassan's stealing (a trait that Baba once told Amir he would never forgive in a person), Baba would want to push them out. Instead of Baba kicking them out, he forgave Hassan for "stealing" (he only admits stealing from Amir to protect him), and begs them to stay. Hassan and Ali leave the next morning and Baba weeps when they leave.
What if amir had never lied about hassan stealing?
The book would be shorter.
What does amir do to get ali and hassan in trouble?
Amir frames Hassan for stealing money and a watch, knowing that Hassan will take the blame to protect him. Amir stands by and does nothing to stop it, thus indirectly getting both Ali and Hassan in trouble.
What contrast is made between amir and hassan?
Amir is selfish and Hassan is humble and loyal to Amir. Hassan is a Hazara, Amir is a pashtun. Amir is granted to right to get an education, Hassan is not.
As he did it what did amir ask hassan to do?
Amir asked Hassan to leave the neighborhood and move away from the household, as it would be easier for Hassan to live a peaceful life without the burden of their complicated relationship and the secrets that were kept from him.
How is hassan related to amir?
Actually, they are half brothers. Amir had found out that when Rahim Khan had hinted that Ali was not Hassan's father but Baba was (which explains why Baba had a closer relationship to Hassan and Amir).
Why did Amir throw pomegranates at Hassan?
Amir threw pomegranates at Hassan out of frustration and jealousy stemming from their complex relationship and his own insecurities about his father's affection for Hassan. This act was an expression of Amir's conflicting emotions and desire to hurt Hassan in the heat of the moment.
What did amir carve on the pomegranate tree?
Amir and Hassan, the sultans of Kabul
What do Hassan and Ali give Amir for his birthday?
Hassan and Ali give Amir a leather-bound notebook for his birthday.
What was amirs first word in The Kite Runner?
Hassan's first word is Amir. Amir does not reveal his name till this point, which shows his underlying guilt because Hassan loves him so much and Amir's betrayal.
How was amir responsible for the flight of ali and hassan?
Amir put his watch and some money in Hassan's mattress. Hassan found these items and told Ali about how he got raped while Amir hid and watched, so they left Kabul.
In The Kite Runner what are three instances where amir feels or shows jealousy toward haasan?
Amir feels jealousy towards Hassan when Baba shows favoritism towards Hassan, when Hassan excels at kite running, and when Hassan receives attention and affection from Baba. These instances highlight Amir's deep-seated feelings of inadequacy and envy towards Hassan despite their close relationship.
