Chapter 45
Where in Ontario is Saul ?
Northern Ontario
What does Saul learn about Ervin?
Saul learns that Ervin's wife is dead and that he has no children
Saul is aware that Ervin is good and kind. What do they stay up late doing?
They stay up late playing cards and listening to the radio.
Where is he when someone buys him a drink?
At a bar and an older man buys him a drink.
Why do you think Saul is restless for something new?
He wants something that will make him feel fulfilled
Ervin encourages Saul to cut down on his drinking. Why does Saul drink in secret when he knows Ervin is asleep?
It reflects his intense feelings of guilt and shame about what he perceives to be his failures in life.
He drinks because he is angry and bitter and doesn't believe he is worthy of Ervin's love.
What does the older man ask Saul to do?
The older man asks Saul to tell him a story.
What generalization does Ervin make about Ojibways?
Ervin makes the generalization that Objibways are marvelous storytellers
How does Ervin know that Saul has left his home?
Saul writes Ervin a note explaining where to pick up his truck
What is the name of the older man?
The older man's name is Ervin Sift
How would you describe Saul's emotions at this point?
He is a bitter young man
Saul leaves Ervin and goes to the Fish clan territory. Where does he go and why?
He goes to Winnipeg . This could suggest that he is trying to get to the root of his problem.
How does Ervin treat Saul?
-Ervin is Saul's companion ,
- He offers Saul work driving a truck and cutting firewood.
-He helps Saul cut down on drinking
- He offers Saul a room in his house.
Why does Saul find it difficult to accept Ervin's love and friendship?
Saul has many "inner demons" and repressed memories to settle down and accept Ervin's love and friendship
Why is Saul unable to benefit from Ervin's generosity?
Saul has some "wounds" and is unable to benefit from Ervin's generosity to offer him a more stable life.