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What is the setting of the story?
What is the setting of the story?
The setting of the story is in a small living room on a cold and wet night.
What game were the father and son playing?
What game were the father and son playing?
The father and son were playing chess.
Who made some very unusual moves in the game of chess?
Who made some very unusual moves in the game of chess?
The father made some very unusual moves in the game of chess.
Who was knitting quietly by the fire?
Who was knitting quietly by the fire?
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Why did Mr. White exclaim with sudden and unexpected violence?
Why did Mr. White exclaim with sudden and unexpected violence?
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Study Notes
Setting the Scene
- The story takes place on a cold and wet night
- The scene is set in a small living room with closed curtains and a brightly burning fire
The Characters
- There are three characters present: Father (Mr. White), Son, and a white-haired old lady (likely the mother/grandmother)
- The Father is playing chess with his Son, making unconventional moves that put his king in danger
The Game of Chess
- The Father makes a mistake in the game, which he tries to hide from his Son
- The Son is focused on the game, studying the board carefully
- The Father eventually loses the game, with his Son declaring "Mate"
The Father's Mood
- The Father suddenly exhibits unexpected violence when talking about the downsides of living in a remote location
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