- Discussion Topics for Chp. 3 -5:
"The master says it’s a glorious thing to die for the Faith and Dad says it’s a glorious thing to die for Ireland and I wonder if there’s anyone in the world who would like us to live." -- Chp. 3
- What inferences can you make based on the above quote?
Follow Up Questions For Chp. 3-5:
- What does this idea suggest about Malachy's character?
- Does he care for his family; including making wise decisions reguarding the long-term success for his children?
- Is he thinking about the short-term effects he is causing?
- Why hasn't he improved his behavior?
- What actions would you apply to this issue if you were in Franks shoes?
- Malachy's Character: In my eyes, Malachy apparently does not care for his family. Furthermore, he constantly loses jobs because on Friday nights he drinks away his weekly pay, and then he oversleeps and misses work on Saturday.(I believe Malachy is indeed book smart, based on his quick understanding of the English language; however, he is not "street smart.")
*** Please, start a discussion based on these topic-starters!
Jenna S.
Based on this quote, I can infer that Frank is feeling like he has to die for everything and that there is nothing he has to live for. Since the master and his father keep telling him he has to die for faith and for Ireland, he probably thinks his purpose in life is just to die.
ReplyDeleteFrom this, I can conclude that Malachy has a lot of pride for Ireland and will do whatever he can to show his support for the country. I believe that he doesn't really care for his family because he isn't doing all he can to help them. Malachy doesn't put in the effort to keep his family safe and protected and even though it may be argued that he does care because they are his wife and kids, there is no proof of this.
I completely agree with your analysis, Brianna. However, the true question remains to be why Malchy continuously overpowers alcohol over his family.
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