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What is John A. Pescud's profession?
What is John A. Pescud's profession?
- A wealthy businessman
- A retired colonel
- A story writer
- A traveling salesman (correct)
How is Jessie Allyn described in relation to her attractiveness?
How is Jessie Allyn described in relation to her attractiveness?
- Unattractive and shy
- Bland and ordinary
- Beautiful and pretty (correct)
- Aggressive and demanding
What is Colonel Allyn's demeanor characterized by?
What is Colonel Allyn's demeanor characterized by?
- Sternness and a stern face (correct)
- Cheerfulness and humor
- Being overly friendly and warm
- Indifference and apathy
What key trait does John A. Pescud exhibit according to the character description?
What key trait does John A. Pescud exhibit according to the character description?
What initially attracts Jessie Allyn to John A. Pescud?
What initially attracts Jessie Allyn to John A. Pescud?
What profession does John A. Pescud hold?
What profession does John A. Pescud hold?
What is Pescud's opinion about novels that feature American heroes and European princesses?
What is Pescud's opinion about novels that feature American heroes and European princesses?
Who is the girl that Pescud wants to meet?
Who is the girl that Pescud wants to meet?
Where does Pescud ultimately find Jessie?
Where does Pescud ultimately find Jessie?
What does Pescud believe is the most important commodity in the world?
What does Pescud believe is the most important commodity in the world?
Study Notes
John A. Pescud
- A traveling salesman for a plate glass company.
- Believes plate glass is the most important commodity in the world.
- Mocks the idea of real-life novels about American heroes and European princesses.
- Tracks a girl across multiple train stations, eventually finding her at a large mansion in Virginia.
- Reveals he's traveling to Cincinnati and has encountered a girl he wishes to meet.
Jessie Allyn
- Daughter of Colonel Allyn, a wealthy man.
- Lives in a large mansion in Virginia.
- Described as a princess by Pescud.
Colonel Allyn
- Jessie's father.
- A prominent man in Virginia.
- Represents a wealthy and aristocratic family.
The Narrator
- Encounters Pescud on a train.
- Learns about Pescud's experiences and encounters with Jessie.
- Observes the interaction between Pescud and Jessie from afar.
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Description
Explore the characters from the story featuring John A. Pescud, a traveling salesman with a unique perception of life and commodities. Discover the dynamics between him and Jessie Allyn, the wealthy daughter of Colonel Allyn, as well as their interactions observed by a narrator. This quiz delves into themes of wealth, perspective, and the pursuit of love.
