Amir's desperate longing for his father's love leads him to what in relation to Hassan?

• A. He destroys the safe life of Hassan along with their relationship.
• B. He helps Hassan more than he can.
• C. He leaves Afghanistan to live with Baba.
• D. He writes a letter to Baba.

Answer: (A)

Amir’s longing for his father’s love drives him to seek Baba’s approval at Hassan’s expense. He hopes that by aligning with Baba’s expectations and proving his own courage, he’ll win his father’s affection. The moment he frames Hassan for theft—letting the belief that Hassan betrayed them stand—pulls Hassan out of the safe, secure life he had as part of Baba’s household and destroys not just that security but the friendship itself. Amir’s action is about gaining paternal love at Hassan’s cost, which is why the outcome is the destruction of Hassan’s secure life and their relationship. The other options don’t fit the consequences of Amir’s choice in that moment.