Canadian Short Fiction Questions and Answers
Canadian Short Fiction
What is the theme of "Blue against White" by Jeanette C Armstrong?
The theme of "Blue against White" by Jeanette C. Armstrong is the impact of memories on individuality and the struggle to find one's place within dominant and "other" cultures. The protagonist Lena’s...
Canadian Short Fiction
Can "The Desjardins" by Duncan Scott be considered a Gothic novel?
"The Desjardins" can be considered a Gothic novel due to its themes of isolation, inevitability of fate, and atmospheric phenomena. The story features an enigmatic family, the Desjardins, whose...
Canadian Short Fiction
What are the themes in the following Canadian short stories?
These Canadian short stories explore diverse themes. "Do Seek Their Meat from God" examines survival instincts in nature, highlighting the duality of humans and animals. "The Desjardins" addresses...
Canadian Short Fiction
In Charles Roberts' story "Do Seek Their Meat From God", how might the last two paragraphs create reader sympathy...
The last two paragraphs show the reader through the description of suffering, how both of the species are in need of help. While the human baby is saved, the panther cubs are left to die. The fear...
Canadian Short Fiction
How does Charles Roberts humanize the panthers in "Do Seek Their Meat From God"?
Charles Roberts humanizes the panthers by portraying them as creatures acting on instinct rather than cruelty, evoking empathy rather than fear. The narrative highlights their struggle to feed their...
Canadian Short Fiction
Does Duncan Scott use setting details to give meaning to "The Desjardins"?
Duncan Scott uses the details of the setting to give meaning to the story in the novel “The Desjardins” by Duncan Scott. The descriptions allude to how closely the characters' traits are associated...