Which statement best captures the lasting impact on Amir's self-perception described in the material?

• A. Amir feels no lasting impact and moves on.
• B. Amir bears a lasting emotional burden that shapes his self-perception.
• C. Amir experiences a sudden sense of pride that overrides guilt.
• D. Amir forgets the events and their meaning.

Answer: (B)

Guilt and moral memory shape Amir’s self-perception. The story shows that Amir’s decision not to intervene during Hassan’s assault—and his later betrayal of Hassan to protect himself—imprint a lasting emotional burden. This guilt lingers, coloring how he sees himself long after the events, driving a need for redemption and influencing his choices and sense of worth. The other options don’t fit because the narrative emphasizes ongoing remorse rather than lack of impact, a sudden pride, or forgetting the events.