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Within "The Sisters," what remains undisclosed regarding the young boy who serves as the narrator?
Within "The Sisters," what remains undisclosed regarding the young boy who serves as the narrator?
- His familial background.
- His academic interests.
- His given name. (correct)
- His future aspirations.
In "A Little Cloud," what element primarily fuels Little Chandler's aspirations to visit London?
In "A Little Cloud," what element primarily fuels Little Chandler's aspirations to visit London?
- The affordable cost of living.
- The promising job market.
- The vibrant literary scene. (correct)
- The historical significance.
Within "Araby," how does the narrator's desire for Mangan's sister evolve throughout the story?
Within "Araby," how does the narrator's desire for Mangan's sister evolve throughout the story?
- It fades away as he discovers the superficiality of romance.
- It transforms into a quest for material wealth and success.
- It leads to a deeper understanding of religious faith.
- It becomes intertwined with his longing for exotic experiences. (correct)
In "The Dead," what impact does Gretta's past relationship with Michael Furey have on her marriage to Gabriel Conroy?
In "The Dead," what impact does Gretta's past relationship with Michael Furey have on her marriage to Gabriel Conroy?
In “The Boarding House,” how does Mrs. Mooney strategically manipulate the situation to ensure her daughter’s marriage?
In “The Boarding House,” how does Mrs. Mooney strategically manipulate the situation to ensure her daughter’s marriage?
Following her marriage in “The Boarding House,” what primarily motivates Polly's actions and choices?
Following her marriage in “The Boarding House,” what primarily motivates Polly's actions and choices?
What is the primary reason for Mr. Duffy to end his relationship with Mrs. Sinico?
What is the primary reason for Mr. Duffy to end his relationship with Mrs. Sinico?
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In "Eveline," what is the most significant fear that keeps Eveline from leaving Dublin with Frank?
In "Eveline," what is the most significant fear that keeps Eveline from leaving Dublin with Frank?
Why does Gabriel Conroy feel uncomfortable during the party?
Why does Gabriel Conroy feel uncomfortable during the party?
Flashcards
Narrator of "The Sisters"
Narrator of "The Sisters"
In "The Sisters", the narrator's name is not revealed, maintaining a sense of innocence and observation.
Little Chandler's dream city
Little Chandler's dream city
Little Chandler dreams of visiting London, a city that represents literary success and sophistication in "A Little Cloud".
Araby's object of desire?
Araby's object of desire?
In "Araby," the young boy desires to impress Mangan's sister by getting her a gift from the bazaar.
Gabriel Conroy's wife
Gabriel Conroy's wife
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"The Boarding House" conflict
"The Boarding House" conflict
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Polly's fate
Polly's fate
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"A Painful Case" affair
"A Painful Case" affair
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"An Encounter" discovery
"An Encounter" discovery
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Eveline's choice to stay
Eveline's choice to stay
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Gabriel's distress
Gabriel's distress
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Study Notes
"The Sisters"
- The young boy who narrates the story is not revealed
- Father Flynn is believed to have died from a stroke
"A Little Cloud"
- Little Chandler dreams of visiting London
- Little Chandler's view of his life changes to the realization that his dreams of being a poet are unrealistic at the end
"Araby"
- The object of the young boy's desire is a girl named Mangan's sister
- The young boy (narrator) and Mangan's sister are featured
"The Dead"
- Gabriel Conroy's wife is Gretta
- Gabriel Conroy becomes increasingly upset when he hears about her first love, Michael Furey
- Gabriel Conroy struggles with the tension between his public persona and private feelings throughout the story
- The snow at the end represents Gabriel's realization of his own mortality
- Gabriel Conroy feels disconnected and superior to his relatives and the Irish in general
- Gretta Conroy is involved in a tragic, past romance
"The Boarding House"
- The primary conflict is a romantic relationship between a young man and a woman
- Mrs. Mooney's daughter, Polly, marries a man named Bob Doran
"A Painful Case"
- James Duffy has a brief affair with Mrs. Sinico
- Mr. Duffy regrets the affair with Mrs. Sinico
"An Encounter"
- The narrator and his friend discover the older man they meet in the countryside is an eccentric, suspicious character
"Eveline"
- Eveline contemplates staying in Dublin because she feels responsible for taking care of her family
"Two Gallants"
- The two young men rob the woman of her purse
- Lenehan and Corley play a trick on a woman
"Counterparts"
- Farrington experiences frustration with his job as a clerk
"Ivy Day in the Committee Room"
- The central topic of conversation revolves around the legacy of Charles Stewart Parnell
"After the Race"
- Jimmy Doyle reacts to the outcome of the car race by being proud of his wealthy friends and feeling a sense of belonging
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