Papa
who plays this character in our skits?
Katherine!
who plays this character in our skits?
Kaine!
What is one of the types of novels (genres) that McCarthy is known for?
Southern Gothic, Post-apocalyptic- or Western
The two main characters reminiscence of this person.
Mama
The father carries what around him at all times and gives to the boys in emergencies?
A gun
How old is the boy?
Where did he live?
Tennessee
The two come across this in the house in the field.
People
Papa thinks that good dreams are a symbol of...
Death
what is one trait about the boy?
he is very caring
What inspired him to write the book?
His trip to El Paso, Texas with his son in 2003.
What is the theme?
Hope, love, and survival in a post apocalyptic world.
Where is Papa trying to take the boy?
The southern coast/ the ocean.
The boy has these almost every night.
Bad dreams / nightmares.
What is one trait of McCarthy's writing style?
Minimalist, poetic, or unconventional.
What are two factors that Papa and Boy face on their journey?
The cold, cannibalism, lack of food/ hunger, lack of clothing and shoes, or rough terrain.
What is Papas biggest belief?
They are the "good guys" and those who eat other humans are the "bad people."
When was the boy born? (rough time stamp not a date)
shortly after the start of the apocalyptic event
What do most of McCarthy's books reflect?
His life in Tennessee.
Name two items the characters have to their advantage
A cart, map, pistol, gas, lamp, or tarp