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Margaret LaurenceA Bird in the House
Margaret LaurenceFiction | Short Story Collection | Adult | Published in 1974A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Analyze Margaret Laurence’s portrayal of Piquette. Why might her depiction of cultural or social representation be considered problematic? What purpose does it serve?
Investigate the concept of true love that Vanessa witnesses in her family. What is “true love” in this context? How do Vanessa’s grandparents’ and parents’ relationships shape her understanding of the phrase?
Discuss Vanessa’s disdain for inauthenticity. What are the origins of this aversion, and how is it reflected in her interactions with others? What message about inauthenticity is the author conveying through Vanessa’s character?
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