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The Red Pony , by John Steinbeck

The Red Pony , by John Steinbeck. Chapter 1 “The Gift”. Characters. Jody Tiflin Billy Buck Carl Tiflin Mrs. Tiflin. Jody Tiflin. The protagonist of the novel 10 years old Is given pony as gift from his father

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The Red Pony , by John Steinbeck

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  1. The Red Pony,by John Steinbeck Chapter 1 “The Gift”

  2. Characters • Jody Tiflin • Billy Buck • Carl Tiflin • Mrs. Tiflin

  3. Jody Tiflin • The protagonist of the novel • 10 years old • Is given pony as gift from his father How does Jody mature during the course of the first chapter of The Red Pony ?

  4. Billy Buck • A ranch hand on the ranch • Jody looks up to Billy for advice and wisdom • Does his best to help Jody. • Let Jody down. HOW? • Stands up for Jody at the end of the chapter. HOW and WHY?

  5. Carl Tiflin • Owner of the ranch • Jody’s father • Doesn’t show Jody much affection • Is a strict disciplinarian. But is hurt at one point in the chapter (pg. 29). • Why does Carl refuse to show affection towards his son? (pg. 23)

  6. Mrs. Tiflin • Jody’s mom and Carl’s wife • Is affectionate towards her son • Does not play a huge role in this chapter • Is proud of her son. How and Why? • How do you she think she will react to the climax of the chapter?

  7. Symbols • Gabilan • The vultures • The Red Saddle

  8. Themes • Loss of Innocence • Life and Death • Father/Son Relationships • Circle of Life

  9. Discussion Questions • Why does Carl Tiflin give the pony to Jody? • What changes does the reader notice in Jody after he receives the pony? • Why does Jody’s mother let him slack in his chores before Gabilan gets sick and during his sickness? • Who do you think is right at the end of the chapter: Carl or Billy when he stands up for Jody? Explain your answer.

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