Evilene Flashcards
Reflect on the character of Eveline. Why does she make the decision she does at the end? How did her father influence this decision? Her mother? Did this decision surprise you? Did you agree with her decision? Why or why not?
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A Father: Who is the main character in this story? To whom does the title refer? Be sure to quote from the story in your discussion. Also reflect on what kind of person this character is. Be sure to examine this character’s actions.
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A Father: Discuss how the author’s description of the physicla settings of the story influences and adds to your experience of the story. Be sure to examine more than one setting, for example, the interior of the apartment, the exterior, or Mr. Bhowmick’s description of Bombay.
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A Father: Comment on the description of Kali Mata and discuss the symbolism of the statue that Mr. Bhowmick has placed in his bedroom. Contemplate any other symbols that you notice, including how the author uses description to draw comparisons between characters and certain symbols.
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Eveline: Examine the opening of the story and comment on how the author uses sensory description to create the mood and setting in your post, discuss what the mood of the story is and how the setting influences Eveline’s state of mind.
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Eveline: Re-read the ending and comment on the symbolism of the water. You might need to so a bit of research here in order to find out some common symbolic associations that are ascribed to water.
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