Recently, I have read the book called The Kite Runner (《追风筝的人》). The story happens in Afghanistan (阿富汗) and is mainly about a _______ redemption (赎罪).

Amir makes friends with his servant Hassan. The two boys share _______ love of racing kites. During a kite fight, Hassan _______ by a group of bad guys when he goes to help Amir get his kite back. Amir sees what _______ to his friend but is too afraid to help. Soon after, Hassan leaves Amir’s home. When war breaks out in Afghanistan, Amir leaves the country, _______ Hassan and his family have to stay. Many years later, Amir brings Hassan’s son to the US and takes care of him as a way to make up for not helping Hassan in the past.

The book’s story is strong. Amir’s personality changes _______. At first, he’s afraid to be brave and doesn’t really consider helping others, putting _______ first. But in the end, he becomes brave. He learns _______ the difficulty and help others in need.

Think more about the story. The kite is more than just a kite. It stands _______ many things like getting over fear, making up for mistakes and trying hard. At the same time, it gives us the strength (力量) to face the past and do __________ we’re supposed to do and understand the importance of life.