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What does Amir do with the 2,000 dollars?
What does Amir do with the 2,000 dollars?
He pays Farid for all his help.
Where does Sohrab run away to?
Where does Sohrab run away to?
A mosque.
What does Amir show Sohrab?
What does Amir show Sohrab?
A picture of his parents.
What's upsetting Sohrab?
What's upsetting Sohrab?
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Does Sohrab eventually allow Amir to comfort him?
Does Sohrab eventually allow Amir to comfort him?
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How does Amir explain how Baba loved Amir and Hassan?
How does Amir explain how Baba loved Amir and Hassan?
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What does Amir promise to Sohrab?
What does Amir promise to Sohrab?
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Does Amir reveal that he is the half-brother of Hassan?
Does Amir reveal that he is the half-brother of Hassan?
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Who is Raymond Andrews and what happened to his daughter?
Who is Raymond Andrews and what happened to his daughter?
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What does Amir tell Soraya and what is her advice?
What does Amir tell Soraya and what is her advice?
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Can Amir bring home Sohrab?
Can Amir bring home Sohrab?
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Who is Omar Faisal?
Who is Omar Faisal?
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What advice does Omar give Amir?
What advice does Omar give Amir?
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What is Sohrab's reaction to the news of being placed in an orphanage?
What is Sohrab's reaction to the news of being placed in an orphanage?
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What wakes up Amir?
What wakes up Amir?
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What does Amir find in the bathroom?
What does Amir find in the bathroom?
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Study Notes
Key Events and Characters
- Amir uses the 2,000 dollars to compensate Farid for his assistance during their journey.
- Sohrab escapes to a mosque, seeking solace and hiding from the distressing events around him.
- Amir shows Sohrab a photo of his parents, attempting to bond and provide support.
Sohrab's Emotional Struggles
- Sohrab wrestles with feelings of dirtiness, guilt, and shame due to the abuse he suffered from Assef and his men, leading him to believe he is destined for hell.
- Initially resistant, Sohrab ultimately allows Amir to comfort him, moved by Amir’s reassurance about their common past with Assef.
Family Dynamics
- Amir explains Baba's love for both Amir and Hassan as "equally but differently," highlighting the complexities in their relationships.
- Amir reassures Sohrab that he will never end up in an orphanage in America, promising to show him the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.
Revelations and Truths
- Amir confesses to Sohrab that he is Hassan's half-brother, revealing a deep family connection.
- Raymond Andrews is introduced as an American Embassy worker whose daughter tragically committed suicide, underscoring the emotional turmoil faced by families.
Legal and Logistical Challenges
- Amir admits that bringing Sohrab home is complicated by the requirement of proof of orphanhood, specifically the need for a death certificate from Sohrab's parents.
- Omar Faisal, a lawyer, suggests placing Sohrab in an orphanage temporarily to navigate the bureaucratic hurdles.
Sohrab's Reaction and Amir's Challenges
- Sohrab reacts with distress upon hearing about the possibility of being placed in an orphanage, feeling betrayed by Amir’s earlier promise.
- A call from Soraya brings a glimmer of hope to Amir as he learns that they have received a visa for Sohrab.
Critical Moment
- Amir discovers Sohrab in the bathroom after a suicide attempt, trying to cut his wrists, representing the depths of Sohrab's despair and the urgency of Amir's need to support him.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 24 of 'The Kite Runner' with this quiz. Explore key events and character developments as Amir navigates his complicated emotions and relationships. Perfect for anyone studying Khaled Hosseini's powerful narrative.