The Rocking-Horse Winner Questions on Uncle Oscar
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Uncle Oscar's final line in "The Rocking-Horse Winner" and its significance
Uncle Oscar's final line, "My God, Hester, you're eighty-odd thousand to the good, and a poor devil of a son to the bad," underscores the tragic irony of the story. It highlights the futility of...
The Rocking-Horse Winner
Uncle Oscar's role and relationship with Paul in "The Rocking-Horse Winner."
Uncle Oscar plays a crucial role in Paul's life as a mentor and enabler. He encourages Paul's gambling on horse races and becomes a confidant, helping Paul place bets. However, Uncle Oscar's...
The Rocking-Horse Winner
What's the purpose of religious references in Paul and Uncle Oscar's discussion in "The Rocking-Horse Winner"?
Religious references in Paul and Uncle Oscar's discussion underscore the seriousness with which Bassett regards Paul's horse racing predictions. The similes "as if he were speaking of religious...
The Rocking-Horse Winner
What information does Uncle Oscar glean from his conversation with Paul?
From talking to Paul, Uncle Oscar finds out that his nephew has been betting on horses and can often predict winners. Paul's winning streak began when he used Uncle Oscar's gift of ten shillings to...