Auggie Wren's Christmas Story (Paul Auster) - Revision

Discuss the character development of Auggie Wren throughout the story.

• Auggie Wren evolves from a routine-focused cigar store owner to a more compassionate and understanding individual, displaying growth in empathy and self-awareness.

• Auggie Wren becomes more selfish and uncaring as the story progresses

• Auggie Wren loses all sense of empathy and understanding by the end of the story

• Auggie Wren remains stagnant and unchanged throughout the story

Identify and explain the main themes present in 'Auggie Wren's Christmas Story'.

• Critique of consumerism in modern society

• Exploration of futuristic technology

• Celebration of traditional holiday customs

• Importance of storytelling, Power of small acts of kindness, Finding joy in unexpected places

Define the literature term 'Frame story' and explain how it is used in the narrative.

• A frame story is used in literature to provide a structure for multiple narratives or to offer a context for the main story by embedding it within a larger framework.

• A frame story is a type of poetry

• A frame story is used to introduce the main character

• A frame story is only found in non-fiction literature

How does the frame story structure enhance the overall storytelling in the book?

• The frame story structure confuses readers with unnecessary details.

• The frame story structure provides a narrative framework that adds depth and complexity to the storytelling.

• The frame story structure makes the book less engaging for readers.

• The frame story structure limits the creativity of the author.

Describe the relationship between Auggie Wren and the narrator in the story.

• Auggie Wren and the narrator have a professional relationship as business partners.

• Auggie Wren and the narrator are long-lost siblings.

• Auggie Wren and the narrator are enemies who constantly argue.

• Auggie Wren and the narrator have a close friendship based on trust and understanding.

What role does the cigar store play in the development of the plot?

• The cigar store is destroyed in a fire, causing the characters to shift their focus away from the main storyline

• The cigar store is a symbol of wealth and power, but its significance is never explored further in the story

• The cigar store is a front for illegal activities, leading to a police investigation that distracts from the main plot

• The cigar store serves as a meeting place for the characters, where important conversations and interactions take place, advancing the plot.

Analyze the significance of Auggie's photography in the story.

• Auggie's photography shows his passion for gardening.

• Auggie's photography symbolizes his fear of change.

• Auggie's photography shows nostalgia and the passage of time.

• Auggie's photography shows his love for winter sports.

Discuss the impact of the Christmas season on the characters' actions and decisions.

• The Christmas season leads characters to act selfishly and disregard others

• The Christmas season has no impact on characters' actions and decisions

• The Christmas season can inspire characters to act with generosity, prioritize relationships, and reflect on their actions, ultimately influencing their decisions in a positive and meaningful way.

• Characters become indifferent to relationships during the Christmas season

How does the setting of Brooklyn contribute to the atmosphere of the story?

• Brooklyn's modern architecture clashes with the story's atmosphere

• Brooklyn's urban backdrop, diverse neighborhoods, cultural influences, and historical significance enhance the story's atmosphere.

• Brooklyn's rural landscape adds to the story's atmosphere

• Brooklyn's lack of diversity creates a unique atmosphere in the story

Compare and contrast Auggie Wren's character at the beginning and end of the story.

• Auggie Wren's character evolves from being mysterious and enigmatic to being more complex and compassionate.

• Auggie Wren's character starts off as kind-hearted but turns into a villain by the end of the story.

• Auggie Wren's character remains stagnant and unchanged throughout the story.

• Auggie Wren's character becomes more deceitful and manipulative by the end of the story.