IVDiscuss the following. 1.
Characterize Mr. Purcell. Find in the text all the details that show the
author's attitude to the shop-keeper.
2.
Describe the stranger. Explain why he let loose the birds.
3.
Compare the shopkeeper and the customer. Find in the text the
details that prove the contrast between them.
4.
Comment on the title of the story. Who was "caged”?
5.
Describe the stranger's previous life.
6.
Why did Mr. Purcell feel insulted?
V. Retell the story on the part of 1) the owner of the shop 2) the
