Character Changes and Key Events in The Kite Runner

The transcript describes a series of events starting with a loud boom that scares Hassan and Ali. The political landscape changes as Afghanistan becomes a republic. Amir and Hassan face a confrontation with Assef, a local bully. Later, Baba gifts Hassan a surgery for his cleft lip, marking a significant moment in their lives.

What initially scares Hassan in the beginning of the chapter?

• A loud boom

• A wild animal

• A stranger's voice

• A sudden storm

What significant political event occurs in the morning?

• A festival is announced

• The king is overthrown

• A new law is passed

• A peace treaty is signed

Who do Hassan and Amir encounter while playing outside?

• A group of soldiers

• Assef and his friends

• A wandering merchant

• A stray dog

What does Assef admire about Hitler?

• His vision for ethnic purity

• His economic policies

• His military strategies

• His leadership skills

How does Hassan defend Amir from Assef?

• By calling for help

• By using a slingshot

• By running away

• By reasoning with Assef

What does Assef warn after backing down?

• He will forget about the incident

• He will report them to the authorities

• This isn't the end of it

• He will return with more friends

What gift does Baba give Hassan for his birthday?

• A new kite

• A book

• A surgery for his cleft lip

• A bicycle

How does the surgery affect Hassan's appearance?

• It causes complications

• It leaves only a faint scar

• It leaves a large scar

• It makes no difference

What change does Amir notice in Hassan after the surgery?

• He starts avoiding Amir

• He becomes more aggressive

• He stops smiling

• He becomes more talkative