Klara
What is the mother's reaction to her husband's transfer to Braunau?
Resentment
According to the innkeeper's wife, what is Alois Hitler's reputation?
An arrogant drunkard
Which detail about the baby is repeatedly emphasized?
His small size
What detail suggests the historical significance of this story?
The name chosen for the baby
What is the primary conflict experienced by the mother in this story?
Fear of losing another child
How is the father's entrance into the room described?
Loud and disruptive
What detail about the baby does the innkeeper's wife praise?
His lovely hands
How does the doctor attempt to comfort the mother?
By making future predictions
How many children did Klara lose before this birth?
3
How does the father's behavior contrast with societal expectations of new fathers?
He appears indifferent and critical
Which previous child is described as "always ill"?
Ida
What is the doctor's primary role in the story beyond medical care?
Emotional mediator
What is the mother's primary source of comfort throughout the story?
The doctor's assurance
What is the significance of the father's uniform?
It represents his authority
What name similarity does Klara mention?
Adolf and Alois
What is the temporal setting of the story?
January
Which character trait best describes Klara?
Religious
What physical description is given of Alois Hitler?
Short with Franz Josef whiskers
How does the mother initially respond to seeing her new baby?
She refuses to look
What action does the doctor take when the father begins to criticize the baby?
Physically guides him toward his wife