Characters
Name of the protagonist
Pong
Where was Pong born?
Namwon Reform Center
How does Pong escape from Namwon Prison?
He hides in a basket of mangoes that Somkit has arranged to be taken out of the prison.
What theme is represented by the contrast between light and dark in the story?
The theme of justice and inequality.
What do the light orbs in Chattana symbolize?
The control and power the Governor has over the city and its people.
Pong's best friend
Somkit
Where does Pong find refuge after escaping from prison?
Wat Singh
What is Nok’s initial opinion of Pong?
She sees him as a criminal and a troublemaker.
What does the river symbolize in the context of the story’s themes?
It symbolizes a divide between freedom and confinement, as well as social inequality.
What do the mangoes symbolize for Pong?
A symbol of hope and freedom.
Prison Warden's daughter
Nok
What is the significance of the river in Chattana?
It separates the wealthy from the poor and is a means of escape for Pong.
What does Pong see that makes him decide to escape?
The light orbs in Chattana, representing the freedom he longs for.
How is the theme of power represented in the story?
Through the Governor’s control over the light orbs and the city.
What does Namwon Prison symbolize in the story?
Confinement, both physical and social, representing the rigid social order.
Main authority figure in Chattana
What is Tanaburi?
A rural village that contrasts with the city of Chattana.
How does the meeting with the Governor impact Pong?
He loses his idealism and hope
What does Pong’s journey represent in terms of personal growth?
The quest for self-discovery and finding inner strength.
What might the Governor's orbs represent in terms of the larger societal structure?
The illusion of prosperity and the reality of inequality and oppression.
Monk who gives refuge to Pong
Father Cham
What does Tanaburi symbolise?
Solace and Sense of Community
What does Pong find at Wat Singh?
Peace, Guidance, Camaraderie
What is the significance of the orbs’ colors in relation to the story’s themes?
They symbolize the social hierarchy and the unequal distribution of wealth and power.
What does Wat Singh symbolize for Pong?
A place of refuge, spiritual guidance, and inner peace.