Blood Meridian Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who wrote Blood Meridian or the Evening Redness in the West?

Cormac McCarthy

What is the setting for Blood Meridian?

1849-1850, Texas, Mexico

What are the main themes for Blood Meridian?

The great journey, the great battle, and the big mystery

Who is 'the Kid'?

The main character Signup and view all the answers

How old is the Kid?

19, ran away at 14 Signup and view all the answers

Who is the protagonist in Blood Meridian?

The Kid Signup and view all the answers

Who is the antagonist in Blood Meridian?

The Judge Signup and view all the answers

Who is the judge?

He is evil, pure evil Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Glanton gang hired to kill Indians?

To gain land and kill Indians, stop people from killing Americans Signup and view all the answers

What appears to be Cormac McCarthy's stance on human nature and the human being's affinity for violence?

Evil, selfish, only cares for self, uses others, wants to show that there is violence in everybody, that you just need one person to push you to be like that (the Judge). Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author and Title

Blood Meridian, or the Evening Redness in the West is authored by Cormac McCarthy.

Setting

The narrative unfolds between 1849 and 1850, primarily in Texas and Mexico.

Themes

Central themes include the great journey, the great battle, and the big mystery of existence.

Main Character

The protagonist is referred to as "the Kid."
The Kid is 19 years old and ran away from home at the age of 14.

Key Characters

The Kid serves as the main character, navigating complex moral landscapes.
The antagonist is the Judge, a character representing pure evil and moral corruption.

Judge's Characterization

The Judge is depicted as embodying evil in its most extreme form.

Gang's Purpose

The Glanton Gang is hired to eliminate Native Americans to secure land and protect American settlers from violence.

McCarthy's Perspective on Human Nature

McCarthy conveys a grim view of human nature, suggesting that individuals possess an inherent affinity for violence and selfishness.
He posits that it takes only one influential figure, like the Judge, to awaken this darkness within others.

Description

Test your knowledge on Cormac McCarthy's 'Blood Meridian'. This quiz covers key elements such as the author, setting, themes, and main character. Perfect for literature enthusiasts looking to deepen their understanding of this complex text.