Characters
Who is the main female character in the story?
Hulga (Joy)
Where does Manley first meet the Hopewell family?
At the Hopewell home
What physical object is important to Hulga's identity?
Her fake leg
Name one major theme in the story
Deception, pride, or trust
What is Mrs. Hopewell's relationship to Hulga
She is Hulga's Mother
What does Manely use to gain the family's trust?
His innocent manner and claims to be a bible salesman
What does Hulga's PhD help represent about her?
Her pride and confidence in her education
What does the story suggest about judging people by appearances?
Appearances can be misleading
What job does Manley Pointer claim to have?
A Bible salesman
Where do Hulga and Manley go together?
To a barn
What does Manley's Bible suggest about him at first?
That he is religious
How does Hulga's pride affect her interactions with others?
She assumes she is smarter than others
Why does Hulga change her name to Joy?
What does Hulga reveal to Manley in the loft?
Her fake leg and vulnerability
What can Hulga's fake leg symbolize beyond her physical disability?
Her dependence on something deeply personal
What does the story suggest about education and intelligence?
Education does not automatically give someone wisdom or good judgment