Why did Rahim Khan lie about the Caldwells?

• A. To spare the Caldwells' reputation.
• B. To cover up Amir's past actions.
• C. To protect Sohrab from a difficult family history.
• D. To give Sohrab a chance to be with Amir.

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is that Rahim Khan uses a protective, hopeful lie to help a vulnerable person move toward safety and belonging. He tells Sohrab that the Caldwells want to adopt him because that creates a concrete, loving future for Sohrab to believe in. That hope is crucial for Sohrab to trust the plan to go with Amir and start a new life, instead of clinging to fear or despair. Rahim Khan’s aim is to secure Sohrab’s cooperation and to position Amir as the father figure and guardian he needs, even if it means bending the truth a little to give Sohrab a reason to hope. This motivation fits Rahim Khan’s role as a pragmatic, protective intermediary who sometimes prioritizes Sohrab’s safety and future over strict honesty.