The following question is based on your reading of “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce.
Stephen is bored by his father’s stories. Mr. Dedalus is trying to share his past with his sun, but Stephen is not interested. He is embarrassed by his father’s behavior, especially his drinking.
The following question is based on your reading of “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce.
Stephen is fascinated with The Count of Monte Cristo and acts out adventures from the story. Also he fantasizes about marrying Mercedes.
The following question is based on your reading of “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce.
Answers will vary. Stephen is growing up and he is no longer interested in children’s games but he is not yet mature enough or bold enough to kiss a girl. He needs to take his time and analyze his feelings first, so he tries to write a poem about her.
The following question is based on your reading of “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce.
Stephen won an essay-writing contest and the thirty-three pounds are his prize.
The following question is based on your reading of “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce.
Emma is not waiting for him after the play. He will not get another chance to be with her.
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