"After Twenty Years" Flashcards
1
Q
How did the author describe the setting of the story?
A
The mood was eerie. The story takes place at night. The weather is chilly, windy and it is about to rain. There is no one out and about.
2
Q
Define mood:
A
The feeling or vibe the author creates in the story.
3
Q
Define irony:
A
The opposite of what you expect to happen, happens.
4
Q
Describe Jimmy:
A
Jimmy is the police officer who is friends with Silky Bob. He was unable to arrest his old friend.
5
Q
Describe Silky Bob:
A
An old friend of Jimmy’s. He left his life in New York to make it big out west. He was a wanted criminal in Chicago and it is assumed he made his fortunes illegally.
6
Q
Who is the plainclothes man?
A
The plainclothes man is the person Jimmy sent to arrest his old friend, Bob.
