1. Final question revision
How does Crichton Smith use imagery?
How does Crichton Smith make effective use of structure in his stories?
How does Crichton Smith develop the theme of rural narrow-mindedness?

2. Final question revision: find two quotations for each -
How does Crichton Smith use imagery?
Home:
black rain / umbrella
Shiny car
The Telegram:
Like a strange missile
The Red Door:
Images of door
Mother and Son
Images of son as child / animal / red graph

3. Final question revision: find two quotations for each -
How does Crichton Smith make effective use of structure in his stories?
The Red Door
Structured by Murdo’s thoughts and movements in the village
The Telegram
Structured by the fat/thin women’s conversation and the walk of the elder through the village
Home
Structured by Jackson’s journey:
The tenement where he used to live
Confrontation in the street outside
The drive through the city
Arrival at the expensive hotel
Mother and Son
Structured by the Son’s evening chores
Structured by the son’s thoughts

4. Final question revision: find two quotations for each -
How does Crichton Smith develop the theme of rural narrow-mindedness?
The Red Door
Colour of doors
Clothes
The Telegram
Fat / thin women’s conflict
Mother and Son
Mother prevents son leaving
Details about son’s life / surroundings