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Instructions:
Read the short story “Dancing Bear” by Canadian writer Guy Vanderhaeghe1. This isn’t a simple story; it expects active reading on the part of its audience. Therefore, you would be wise to read it more than once. When you’re ready, respond to the questions that follow.
1 “Dancing Bear” from Man Descending by Guy Vanderhaeghe. McLelland and Stewart Ltd. The Canadian Publishers.
1. a.
From what narrative point of view is “Dancing Bear” written? Give evidence.
b.
Do you consider this point of view appropriate given the nature of the story? Explain why or why not.
2. a.
Who is the protagonist of the story? Give reasons for your answer.
b.
To what degree are you in sympathy with the protagonist? Give reasons by referring to the story.
c.
Describe the central conflict or conflicts in “Dancing Bear.”
d.
Point out an example of the use of flashback in the story. In your response, explain what purpose it serves.
3. a.
On what methods of characterization does Vanderhaeghe rely most to convey the personalities of his characters in “Dancing Bear”? Give examples to illustrate your answer.
b. Characterize both Dieter Bethge and Mrs. Hax according to the following criteria, and give reasons for your characterizations.
(1) flat or round character
(2) static or dynamic character
c.
Explain how the technique of character foil has been used in this story. Provide specific support to explain your response.
4a. Readers are told that when he was watching the bear being beaten, Dieter “wanted to shout out the secret. To warn him [the trainer] that appearances deceive.” What does this mean? In what way are appearances deceptive? In your response, explain how this bearand what was happening to itrelates to Dieter and his life.
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