Short Answer Responses

Choose FIVE of the following ten questions to answer. Cite specific examples from the short stories we read.

Which couple has the most dysfunctional relationship?
Why is the protagonist of “Luckybitch” so offended at the thought of being viewed as an old lady?
In “This Blessed House,” how does the presence of Christian trinkets test Sanjeev and Twinkle’s young marriage?
Which story gave you the most hope about love and relationships?
In “Brokeback Mountain,” what might Enmis and Jack’s relationship have been like if it had happened in 2024, not 1963? What might be different—and what might remain the same?
What might have motivated Tom’s vandalism at the end of “When You Grow Into Yourself”?
How did Mrs. Foster ensure her post-Mr. Foster future was secure when she left for Europe in “The Way Up to Heaven”?
Why was the “incident” with the taxi particularly poignant for the wife in “Winter Break”?
In "Reunion," why was Charlie so disappointed in his father that he never saw him again?
In "The Fitter," the Fitter's wife's job is to help the women with their new bras, but at the same time, she has another task she's concerned with. What is it?

It is not necessary to answer questions in numerical order, BUT please clearly indicate which question you are answering.

Requirements:

Due: Fri 10.11 (via Canvas)

ENGL 1A: Gender Cards—On 21st Sexual Politics