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Questions and Answers
What does Sumako ask Duella in relation to her brothers?
What does Sumako ask Duella in relation to her brothers?
- If they need more water.
- If they are safe in the house.
- If they are bothered by the storm.
- If they have returned from sea. (correct)
Why does Sumako express concern about the brothers?
Why does Sumako express concern about the brothers?
- They went to a neighboring village.
- They haven't eaten.
- There was a strong gale that afternoon. (correct)
- They were supposed to take care of Duella.
What is Duella's attitude towards the brothers’ delay?
What is Duella's attitude towards the brothers’ delay?
- Worried
- Relieved
- Indifferent (correct)
- Curious
What is Joshua carrying when he appears?
What is Joshua carrying when he appears?
What does Duella do after her argument with Sumako about the brothers?
What does Duella do after her argument with Sumako about the brothers?
How does Sumako respond to the knocking and call for attention from Joshua?
How does Sumako respond to the knocking and call for attention from Joshua?
Which statement best describes Joshua's demeanor when he appears?
Which statement best describes Joshua's demeanor when he appears?
Sumako is concerned about his sons not returning from sea.
Sumako is concerned about his sons not returning from sea.
Duella tells Sumako that her brothers have ample time and can stay at sea as long as they want.
Duella tells Sumako that her brothers have ample time and can stay at sea as long as they want.
Sumako hears knocking and calls for attention before Joshua arrives.
Sumako hears knocking and calls for attention before Joshua arrives.
Joshua appears carrying a pail when he arrives.
Joshua appears carrying a pail when he arrives.
Duella storms out-right after arguing with Sumako.
Duella storms out-right after arguing with Sumako.
The strong gale occurred in the morning.
The strong gale occurred in the morning.
Sumako sarcastically tells Joshua that there is no fish because his sons haven't returned.
Sumako sarcastically tells Joshua that there is no fish because his sons haven't returned.
Study Notes
Scene Summary
- The scene takes place in the backyard of Duella's home, where Sumako is helping Duella empty water into drums.
- Duella is impatient and focused on her task, while Sumako is more concerned and introspective.
Family Dynamics
- Duella is Sumako's daughter, and she has brothers who are out at sea.
- Sumako is worried about his sons' safety, especially after a strong gale in the afternoon.
- Duella seems unconcerned about her brothers' fate, implying that they can take care of themselves.
Arrival of Joshua
- Joshua, a young man with a confident demeanor, arrives at the backyard.
- He is carrying a traveling sac and seems relieved to have arrived.
- Sumako is abrupt and unwelcoming, complaining about the lack of fish and his sons' failure to return.
Character Traits
- Duella is portrayed as impatient and strong-willed.
- Sumako is shown to be concerned and caring, especially when it comes to his children.
- Joshua exudes confidence and stubbornness.
Scene Summary
- The scene takes place in the backyard of Duella's home, where Sumako is helping Duella empty water into drums.
- Duella is impatient and focused on her task, while Sumako is more concerned and introspective.
Family Dynamics
- Duella is Sumako's daughter, and she has brothers who are out at sea.
- Sumako is worried about his sons' safety, especially after a strong gale in the afternoon.
- Duella seems unconcerned about her brothers' fate, implying that they can take care of themselves.
Arrival of Joshua
- Joshua, a young man with a confident demeanor, arrives at the backyard.
- He is carrying a traveling sac and seems relieved to have arrived.
- Sumako is abrupt and unwelcoming, complaining about the lack of fish and his sons' failure to return.
Character Traits
- Duella is portrayed as impatient and strong-willed.
- Sumako is shown to be concerned and caring, especially when it comes to his children.
- Joshua exudes confidence and stubbornness.
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Description
A short conversation between Duella and Sumako, discussing a lid, water, and Duella's brothers who are out at sea. The conversation hints at a sense of uncertainty and concern.
