1. How do Amir and Hassan represent the divisions in Afghan society, and how do these divisions affect the courses their lives take?
2. How does the author use time as a narrative device in the novel?
3. How do the political events that occur in Afghanistan shape the lives of Amir, Hassan, and Assef?
4. In what ways does Amir seek redemption and why?
5. How do the relationships between fathers and sons affect the events of the novel?
6. Explain the theme of betrayal in the novel. Please refer to at least three strands of X betrayal.
7. Describe briefly the role of the Taliban in the novel with specific reference to Assef."
8. Which are the most important symbols in the novel? Explain how they connect to the theme of the novel.
9. Discuss the friendship between Amir and Hassan.:.
10. Describe the character of Baba. Do you think he is the cause of Amir betraying Hassan?