Warren and Silas: Themes of Home and Relationships

Mary informs Warren that Silas has returned. They discuss Silas's age, usefulness, and past work with Harold. Silas regrets not teaching Harold better and reflects on education. The concept of home and family is explored, with Silas seeking a place to die peacefully.

What news does Mary share with Warren when he arrives?

• Silas has returned.

• The market is closed.

• The barn is on fire.

• Harold Wilson is visiting.

What does Warren do when he hears about Silas's return?

• He breaks a stick in frustration.

• He decides to leave the house.

• He immediately goes to see Silas.

• He laughs at the news.

What does Mary do when she hears Warren's footsteps?

• She ignores him.

• She calls out to him.

• She runs to meet him.

• She hides from him.

How does Warren feel about Silas's return?

• He is indifferent.

• He is excited to see him.

• He is frustrated with his unreliability.

• He is scared of him.

What does Warren think about Silas's reliability?

• He thinks Silas is too old to work.

• He thinks Silas is unreliable and leaves when needed most.

• He thinks Silas is very reliable.

• He thinks Silas is the best worker he has.

What does Warren think about Silas's ability to work?

• He thinks Silas is too young to work.

• He thinks Silas is unreliable.

• He thinks Silas is the best worker.

• He thinks Silas is too old to work.

What does Warren think about Silas's reliability?

• He thinks Silas is very reliable.

• He thinks Silas is unreliable and leaves when needed most.

• He thinks Silas is too old to work.

• He thinks Silas is the best worker he has.

What does Mary say about Silas's current condition?

• He is energetic and healthy.

• He is worn out and asleep.

• He is planning to leave again.

• He is angry and shouting.

What does Silas want to do for Warren?

• Ditch the meadow.

• Build a new barn.

• Repair the roof.

• Plant a garden.

How does Mary describe Silas's appearance when she found him?

• He was carrying a heavy load.

• He was singing and dancing.

• He was huddled and asleep against the barn door.

• He looked well-dressed and tidy.