After Twenty Years

Front

What is the main irony in the ending of 'After Twenty Years'?

Back

Jimmy is the policeman who talks to Bob and then has Bob arrested.

Front

What happened to the restaurant where Bob and Jimmy were supposed to meet?

Back

It has been closed for five years.

Front

Why does the policeman ask if the man will 'call time sharp' on his friend Jimmy Wells?

Back

He wants to see whether he has time to call another officer to arrest the man.

Front

Which theme is NOT present in 'After Twenty Years'?

Back

Don't talk to policemen if you're a criminal.

Front

What is ironic about the relationship between Silky Bob and Jimmy Wells after twenty years?

Back

One has become a police officer; one has become a criminal.

Front

Define irony in literature.

Back

Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning, often highlighting a contrast between expectation and reality.

Front

What is the significance of the title 'After Twenty Years'?

Back

It signifies the passage of time and the changes in the characters' lives and relationships.

Front

What role does setting play in 'After Twenty Years'?

Back

The setting establishes the mood and context for the reunion between Bob and Jimmy, emphasizing themes of time and change.

Front

Explain the character of Silky Bob.

Back

Silky Bob is portrayed as a charming but ultimately misguided character who has turned to a life of crime.

Front

What does Jimmy Wells represent in the story?

Back

Jimmy represents duty and the moral complexities of friendship versus law enforcement.