Short Answers Flashcards
Armless-ness in “A Prayer for Owen Meany”
John loses finger, Mary Magdalene statue has no arms, Owen’s arms are cut off, armadillo has no claws.
Significance: it represents a lack of control in the situation. It is out of hand. Owen believes in destiny.
Instances of foreshadowing in “A Prayer for Owen Meany”
Owen sees the date of his death on Scooge’s grave during the play. He was acting as the ghost of the future. He eventually dies saving Vietnamese children in the airport.
Why Amir was always a tourist in Afghanistan
Farid said this. Amir was much wealthier than most people. He never wore traditional Afghani clothing. He never endured hardship.
Theme of “A & P”
Think before you act. Sammy gave up his job for a customer who eventually left the store and never noticed him.
