Characters (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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Who is Bill Furlong?
Who is Bill Furlong?
A coal merchant, husband, and father of five daughters.
What made Furlong an outsider?
What made Furlong an outsider?
His illegitimacy and mother's single status in New Ross.
How did Mrs. Wilson impact Furlong's life?
How did Mrs. Wilson impact Furlong's life?
She provided opportunities and education, transforming his life.
What does Furlong's moral journey entail?
What does Furlong's moral journey entail?
He challenges societal norms after witnessing Sarah's suffering.
What risk does Furlong face for rescuing Sarah?
What risk does Furlong face for rescuing Sarah?
He jeopardizes his family’s social standing and stability.
Who is Mrs. Wilson?
Who is Mrs. Wilson?
A wealthy Protestant widow supporting Furlong's mother.
How does Mrs. Wilson influence Furlong?
How does Mrs. Wilson influence Furlong?
She mentors him and encourages his education and ideals.
What themes are explored in Redmond's narrative?
What themes are explored in Redmond's narrative?
Themes of guilt, sacrifice, and complex parenting arise.
What does Sarah symbolize in relation to Furlong?
What does Sarah symbolize in relation to Furlong?
His past and moral responsibility for others' suffering.
What values does Eileen Furlong prioritize in her life?
What values does Eileen Furlong prioritize in her life?
She prioritizes family, stability, and conventional norms.