Characters and Themes in 'A Thousand Splendid Suns'

The video is a review of 'A Thousand Splendid Suns' by Khaled Hosseini. It covers the book's plot, characters, themes, and writing style. The story is set against the backdrop of Afghanistan's war-torn history and follows the lives of two women, Mariam and Laila. The reviewer discusses the book's emotional depth, the author's writing style, and shares personal reflections and favorite quotes. The video concludes with a recommendation to read the book.

Who is the author of 'A Thousand Splendid Suns'?

• Stephen King

• Khaled Hosseini

• J.K. Rowling

• George R.R. Martin

What is the backdrop of the story in 'A Thousand Splendid Suns'?

• World War II

• The Vietnam War

• The Afghanistan War

• The American Civil War

Who are the main protagonists in 'A Thousand Splendid Suns'?

• Harry and Hermione

• Frodo and Sam

• Amir and Hassan

• Mariam and Laila

How is the book 'A Thousand Splendid Suns' structured?

• Three parts

• Two parts

• Four parts

• Five parts

What is Mariam's background in the story?

• Orphan

• Daughter of a king

• Rich heiress

• Illegitimate child of a wealthy man

Who does Mariam marry in the story?

• Hassan

• Amir

• Rasheed

• Tariq

What is Laila's family background?

• Middle-class

• Royalty

• Rich and educated

• Uneducated and poor

Who is Laila's childhood sweetheart?

• Rasheed

• Tariq

• Amir

• Hassan

What event brings Mariam and Laila together?

• A school event

• A wedding

• A war

• A festival

How do Mariam and Laila initially feel about each other?

• They are best friends

• They dislike each other

• They are sisters

• They are indifferent