Kite Runner Review

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What is the capital of Afghanistan, and it's also the main setting of the novel _The Kite Runner_?

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Kabul

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What does Amir think the key is to winning Baba's love and attention?

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Winning the winter kite tournament.

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Fill in the missing words: 'In the end, I was _______________ and he was a ______________…and nothing was ever going to change that. Nothing.'

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Pashtun, Hazara

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What does Amir ask Hassan to throw at him?

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A pomegranate.

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Who reminds Amir that 'There is a way to be good again'?

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Rahim Khan.

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What is the significance of the kite tournament in _The Kite Runner_?

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It symbolizes Amir's quest for his father's approval and the complexities of their relationship.

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Describe the relationship between Amir and Hassan.

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Amir and Hassan have a complex friendship marked by loyalty, betrayal, and social class differences.

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What role does Baba play in Amir's life?

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Baba is Amir's father, whose expectations and values greatly influence Amir's actions and self-worth.

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What does the term 'Hazara' refer to in the context of _The Kite Runner_?

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Hazara refers to an ethnic group in Afghanistan, often marginalized and discriminated against.

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What is the theme of redemption in _The Kite Runner_?

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The theme of redemption is central to the story, as Amir seeks to atone for his past mistakes and find forgiveness.