"The Cottage" Review

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In “The Cottage,” where does the narrator live? Options: in a village, in the woods, on a farm, in a castle

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in the woods

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What happened to the narrator’s mother?

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She died.

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What change occurs as the narrator gets older?

Back

Her tastes and diet evolve over time.

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What point of view is "The Cottage" told from?

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First-person

Front

How does the point of view in "The Cottage" affect the reader’s perception of the narrator?

Back

It allows the reader to experience the narrator’s thoughts and emotions.

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*The fact that the narrator talks to the reader demonstrates what suspenseful element?

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limited point of view

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How does knowing only the narrator's perspective of the events contribute to the reader's understanding of the story?

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It adds suspense and mystery for the reader.

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How does the narrator’s view of other characters influence the reader’s understanding of them?

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The narrator’s wariness of other characters helps to create an atmosphere of tension and mistrust.

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How does the narrator’s emotions affect the story?

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The narrator’s calm "voice" establishes a slow and intentional pace.

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How does our understanding of the fairy tale of "Hansel and Gretel" change after reading the narrator's perspective?

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We have a better grasp on who the witch is and why she ended up luring children to her home.