Character Analysis: Grandfather & Sister

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Which of the following contrasts best exemplifies the difference between the author's grandfather and many other lawyers, according to the passage?

  • His preference for complex cases versus their pursuit of straightforward legal matters.
  • His principled nature versus their pragmatic flexibility.
  • His compassionate approach to clients versus their potentially self-serving motives. (correct)
  • His focus on personal wealth versus their dedication to societal impact.

What can be inferred about the author's grandmother based on the description provided?

  • She found fulfillment in managing the household and supporting her husband's career. (correct)
  • She struggled with feelings of inadequacy due to her limited role outside the home.
  • She resented her husband's dedication to his work, leading to marital tension.
  • She prioritized her personal ambitions over domestic responsibilities.

What does the word unruly most likely mean to the author when describing her and her sister's childhood behavior?

  • Academically gifted
  • Difficult to control or discipline (correct)
  • Well-behaved and obedient
  • Quiet and reserved

Which statement best encapsulates the change in the author's relationship with her sister, Kayla?

<p>From distance to camaraderie. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Considering the context, what is the most likely reason the author's sister, Kayla, was 'manipulative and spiteful' during their childhood?

<p>Kayla felt overshadowed by the author's academic achievements and sought attention through negative behavior. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The author describes her grandfather as principled. Which situation would best demonstrate this trait?

<p>Refusing to defend someone he believed was guilty, even if it meant losing income. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely reason the author included the detail about her grandparents in a narrative primarily focused on her relationship with her sister?

<p>To introduce the theme of personal growth and change, which is later mirrored in her relationship with her sister. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the author were to describe a situation where Kayla's selfless nature is evident today, which scenario would best fit?

<p>Kayla consistently volunteers at a local homeless shelter, dedicating her weekends to helping others. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How would you describe the author's tone when reflecting on her childhood relationship with Kayla?

<p>Analytical and reflective (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What overarching theme is MOST apparent in the author's reflections on her relationships with her grandfather, grandmother, and sister?

<p>The transformative power of time and understanding in relationships. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Self-serving

Putting your own needs and desires before those of others.

Principled

Acting in accordance with moral beliefs; having strong ethical values.

Compassionate

Feeling or showing sympathy and concern for others.

Distant

Not showing feelings readily; emotionally reserved or aloof.

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Resilient

Able to recover quickly from difficulties; tough.

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Conscientious

Wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly.

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Manipulative

Controlling or influencing someone in a clever or unscrupulous way.

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Spiteful

Showing or caused by malice; evil.

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Unruly

Disorderly and disruptive and not amenable to discipline or control.

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Selfless

Concerned more with the needs and wishes of others than with one's own.

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Study Notes

  • The narrator admires their grandparents.

Grandfather

  • Many lawyers are self-serving and money-oriented, the grandfather deliberately selected to represent the poor.
  • He was a principled man and would never overcharge anyone.
  • He was compassionate and worked for free for those who could not afford fees.
  • He was warm and friendly, never distant with his clients.
  • He worked long days, leading to the grandmother taking on most of the domestic work, raising the family and running the home.
  • The grandmother was incredibly resilient and never got down, even though it was hard.

Sister Kayla

  • The narrator and younger sister Kayla were not close as children and were very different.
  • The narrator was conscientious and hardworking and got good grades.
  • Kayla, would mess around at school and get into trouble.
  • Kayla was jealous of the narrator, and she was often manipulative and spiteful.
  • Both were unruly and fought a lot, making them a nightmare for their parents.
  • However, they get along better now and Kayla is now one of the most selfless people and is now the narrator's best friend.

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