“The Young Ravens that Call Upon Him” – Charles G.D. Roberts

1. Show how Roberts attempts to present the “psychology” of animals by endowing them with human feelings and powers of reasoning. Be specific.

2. What is/are the main theme(s) in the story?

3. What is Roberts’s tone (attitude towards his subject)?

4. How does he create pathos for his characters?

5. Since this is a short story, what is a. the motivating incident?b. the rising action/conflict?c. climax?