Puppy Flashcards - George Saunders

Study Notes

Marie is a central character, mother of Josh and Abbie.
Josh is one of Marie's children.
Abbie is the other child of Marie, expressing strong emotions.
Goochie is Marie's previous dog, indicating her attachment to pets.
Robert appears to be another character in the narrative context.
Callie is associated with Jimmy and is the mother of Bo.
Bo is the child of Callie and Jimmy.
Jessi and Mollie are children of Callie and Jimmy, indicating a larger family dynamic.
Jimmy is a character connected to Callie and shares parental responsibilities with her.
The narrator provides insights and perspectives throughout the narrative.

The narrator expresses certainty with the line, "This time would be different, she was sure of it," suggesting hope or optimism in a situation.
"There was plenty for him to do back there" indicates a sense of activity and distraction within the environment, reflecting on possible responsibilities or activities.
The quote "Peace, man, peace" conveys a request for calm, hinting at tensions or conflicts in the surrounding interactions.
Callie's response, "you mean near a farm," indicates a specific location or context that is significant to the story.
Jimmy's admission, "I guess I did, but it's sure not easy raising kids the right way," reveals challenges in parenting, suggesting relatable themes of struggle and responsibility.
Abbie's enthusiastic declaration, "I love it mommy, I want it!" highlights the innocence and desire of children, adding emotional depth to her character.