The Jacket

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What can be inferred about Gary based on his actions in 'The Jacket'?

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He isn't confident.

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Who does Gary blame for all the negative things that happen to him?

Back

the jacket

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How did the narrator feel about the jacket when he first saw it?

Back

disappointed

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Which detail best highlights the jacket's ugliness?

Back

"That winter the elbows began to crack and whole chunks of green began to fall off." (Paragraph 10)

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How does Gary transform over the course of the text?

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He goes from being selfish and self-conscious to resigned and understanding.

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What is the main theme of 'The Jacket'?

Back

The struggle with self-identity and acceptance.

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What does the jacket symbolize in the story?

Back

Gary's insecurities and challenges.

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How does peer perception affect Gary's feelings about the jacket?

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It amplifies his insecurities and feelings of inadequacy.

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What role does family play in Gary's experience with the jacket?

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Family dynamics contribute to his feelings of isolation and self-doubt.

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What literary device is used to describe the jacket's condition?

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Imagery.