Plot Summary (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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When is the story set?
When is the story set?
December 1985 in New Ross, County Wexford, Ireland.
Who is Bill Furlong's wife?
Who is Bill Furlong's wife?
Eileen, and they have five daughters together.
What institution dominates the town's life?
What institution dominates the town's life?
The Catholic Church, running schools and convents.
Who raised Bill Furlong?
Who raised Bill Furlong?
Mrs. Wilson, a wealthy Protestant widow.
What stigma did Furlong face growing up?
What stigma did Furlong face growing up?
The stigma of being born to an unmarried woman.
What does Furlong find during his visit to the convent?
What does Furlong find during his visit to the convent?
Harsh conditions for girls, including unmarried mothers.
Who does Furlong find locked in the coal shed?
Who does Furlong find locked in the coal shed?
A girl named Sarah Redmond.
What is Mrs. Kehoe's warning to Furlong?
What is Mrs. Kehoe's warning to Furlong?
The Church controls everything, including schools.
What climactic decision does Furlong make?
What climactic decision does Furlong make?
He rescues Sarah from the coal shed on Christmas Eve.
How does Furlong feel about his decision?
How does Furlong feel about his decision?
He feels aware of severe consequences but acts anyway.