Power In The Kite Runner

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In the “Kite Runner” power was abused when Assef raped Hassan. Assef used his status and strength to show Hassan that he has more power than a “Hazara”. Assef acted vehemently towards Hassan, for Hassan was hurt very bad after this incident. For as aloof Assef and his friends acted, they needed to show Hassan that he has no power over them. Aseef and people like him use rape as a sign of power, yet Assef’s friends were uncomfortable with the situation. Something else could've been done to show Hassan his “place” like threatening him, or just a punch or two. Rape shows more power than beating someone up, but this kind of act hurts someone and can change them. Amir is hurt by this rape. He can’t live with himself for not standing up for Hassan,

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