Chapter 7
- Why does the opening dream become so ironic?
- When Amir witnesses Hassan being attacked, he disassociates psychologically, shuts his eyes and recalls two memories and a dream. What is the theme of those mental pictures?
- "In the end, I ran." Could this moment have gone any differently? What else might have happened?
Chapter 8
- Why does Baba's approval and pride seem so empty to Amir now? How can Amir ever feel deserving again?
- There is a lot of Afghan food described in this book. Do some research and find out what you can about kofta, qura, etc...
- Explain the various symbols that come out of the birthday party.
