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Gabriel Garcia Marquez Analysis

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Why did the priest want the mother and daughter to leave through the patio door?

Due to his concern for the church's reputation, reflecting his skepticism towards the mother's morals. (correct)

Because he was worried about gossip if they left through the front.

To ensure their safety from the intense heat.

Because he didn't want them to see the other parish members.

How does heat function as a character in the story?

It reveals characters' inner emotions by making their tension or nervousness more apparent. (correct)

It dictates the pacing of the narration, making it either fast or slow.

It symbolizes the moral decay of the town.

It serves as a backdrop to the story, creating a vivid setting.

What phrase best represents the priest's long held views toward the mother?

The mother's immoral actions.

"The patio door"

"Never tried to make him walk the straight path." (correct)

"The crushing sun."

What does 'the crushing sun' signify in the story?

<p>An escalating emotional intensity within the narrative. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the story, what would likely be lost without the use of heat as a character?

<p>The emotional nuances and character tension. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Reason for the Priest's Actions

The priest wanted the mother and daughter to leave through the courtyard exit because he was concerned about the church's image.
He was skeptical of the mother and child's moral values.
The priest's words like "Never tried to lead him on the right path" exemplify his skepticism throughout the story.
This is significant because no priest would want members seen with people of dubious values.

Heat as a Character

Heat is a character in the story because its presence reveals anxiety and tension.
The example is provided by Gabriel Garcia Marquez using the phrase "crushing sun", which suggests the story's intensity.
The heat emphasizes the story's emotional depth and shows the different characters' emotions.

Metonymy in the Story

Gabriel Garcia Marquez uses a metonymy when the girl leaves.

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Explore the motivations behind the priest's actions, the symbolic role of heat, and the use of metonymy in Gabriel Garcia Marquez's narrative. This quiz delves into key elements that enhance the emotional and thematic depth of the story. Test your understanding of these literary devices and their impact on the plot.