ray discussion

Link : http://www.giuliotortello.it/ebook/cathedral.pdf

Instructions: Use the link above to access, read, and annotate Raymond Carver's "Cathedral." Then, answer the questions for all SIX below. Provide feedback to at least TWO classmates' posts.

1. Motif(s)--recurring idea, image, or action that is significant to the plot.

Indicate and explain at least one motif.

2. Character/Characterization

From what point of view is this story told? Who is the narrator?Who is the main character? Describe him/her. Who are the other characters in the story? Describe them. Who is the protagonist, and who is the antagonist? Diction: Dialogue(s), Monologue(s), etc.

3.Indicate the significance of the diction.

For the dialogues, who is speaking to whom? What is the significance?

4. Allegory-a hidden meaning, typically a political or moral one.

What is the allegory/are the allegories? You must indicate at least one.

Explain how this text could be an allegory.

5. Explain the conflict(s) in the story.

6.What other literary devices (not listed in 1-5) did you notice in the story? You must indicate and explain at least one other literary device.