In The Kite Runner, Amir remembers an Afghan celebration when a sheep is sacrificed. He talks about the look in the sheep’s eye as a…

In “The Kite Runner”, Amir remembers an Afghan celebration when a sheep is sacrificed. He talks about the look in the sheep’s eye as a “look of acceptance.” Saying the animal realizes its “demise is for a higher purpose.” Why does Amir think of this when he witnesses Hassan’s tragedy in the alleyway? Discuss the image and symbolism.