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Where was the narrator's grandmother's farm located?
Where was the narrator's grandmother's farm located?
The narrator's grandmother was a widow.
The narrator's grandmother was a widow.
True (A)
What was the narrator's uncle's name?
What was the narrator's uncle's name?
Con
The narrator's grandmother had a total of ______ children.
The narrator's grandmother had a total of ______ children.
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Match the following objects to their corresponding descriptions in the passage:
Match the following objects to their corresponding descriptions in the passage:
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The narrator's grandmother was known for being gentle and delicate.
The narrator's grandmother was known for being gentle and delicate.
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What happened to the narrator's grandfather?
What happened to the narrator's grandfather?
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Why did the narrator's grandmother's heart turn to stone?
Why did the narrator's grandmother's heart turn to stone?
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Study Notes
Grandmother's Life
- Grandmother, the narrator's mother, was a widow
- Lived on a farm in the Kickham country of Tipperary
- Farm located on a southern slope of a hill
- Grandmother's property was well-maintained, with balanced fields
- The narrator spent summers at her grandmother's house
- Grandmother was a strong woman
Grandmother's Character
- Despite her husband's death, she took charge
- Managed the farm and children responsibilities
- She was hard and strong
- Showed resilience and determination
Memories of Grandmother
- Her grandmother was a role model
- She had a touch of flexibility and determination
- The narrator enjoyed visiting family and reflected on grandmother's qualities
- The author's grandmother's strength and resilience impressed him
Family Dynamics
- Uncle Con was married, but held control of the farm
- Aunt Annie was a gentle woman
- Aunt Annie was essential to caretaking in the family
- Family had challenges, including the death of a male figure
- Her heart turned to stone from the loss of her husband
- Survived and cared for five daughters and a son.
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Description
Explore the life and character of the narrator's grandmother, a strong and resilient woman who managed her farm and family after becoming a widow. Reflect on the memories and qualities that made her a role model for the narrator during summer visits. Discover how family dynamics played a role in their experiences.
