Patty B.
Where does Patty live in the book "The Summer of My Beloved Soldier" ?
Jenkinsville, Arkansas
What is the nationality of Anton?
German
What role does Ruth play in the story?
Patty Bergen's house keeper and close friend of Patty's.
What is Patty's relationship with her dad like?
It is a strained and a distant relationship.
How does Anton first meet Patty in the novel?
When the POWs are brought to the Bergen family's store.
How does Ruth serve as a supportive figure to Patty?
By giving wisdom, compassion, and guidance.
What secret does Patty keep hidden from her friends and family?
Her friendship with the escaped German POW.
What challenges does Anton face while in his friendship with Patty?
Danger, risk of being captured, and Patty's well being.
What is Ruth Hughes's background and life story revealed in the novel.
She as an African American woman living in the South during the World War ll facing discrimination and challenges.
Where did Patty go after her case was over?
A reform school for girls.
WHat are some positive traits of Anton?
Kindness, empathy, intelligence, and artistic talent.
Besides Patty, which other characters benefit from Ruth's support.
Anton, Patty's family, and other individuals.
What are some consequences Patty faced due to her friendship with Anton?
Conflict with her family, legal trouble, and isolation of her community.
What happened to Anton at the end of the story?
He died after being shot.
What insight do we gain into Ruth's family life?
She is a widow with a grown child.