The Kite Runner CH: 16-18

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Who is Sanaubar in 'The Kite Runner'?

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Sanaubar is Hassan's long lost mother who returns to his life covered in a sky blue burqa.

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From whose point of view is Chapter 16 told?

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Chapter 16 is told from the point of view of Rahim Khan.

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What weapon does Sohrab become skilled with, similar to his father?

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Sohrab becomes deadly with a slingshot, like his father Hassan.

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How old is Amir when he returns to Afghanistan at Rahim's request?

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Amir is 38 years old when he goes back to Afghanistan.

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What sin does Amir seek to atone for in Chapter 18?

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Amir seeks to atone for his own sin as well as the sin of his father, Baba.

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What is the significance of Rahim Khan's call to Amir?

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Rahim Khan's call signifies a chance for Amir to seek redemption and confront his past.

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How does Amir's relationship with Baba influence his actions?

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Amir's relationship with Baba drives him to seek approval and ultimately leads to his feelings of guilt and the need for redemption.

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What role does kite flying play in Amir's life?

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Kite flying symbolizes Amir's childhood innocence and his complex relationship with Hassan.

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What does the blue burqa symbolize in the story?

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The blue burqa symbolizes the oppression of women in Afghan society and the return of lost family.

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How does Sohrab's character reflect the themes of loss and redemption?

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Sohrab's character embodies the loss of innocence and the possibility of redemption through Amir's actions.