(The story is the moustache by Robert Cormier from page/chapter 1 to page/chapter 7)

Question

What was the turning point (the point of greatest conflict and intensity) in this story?

Answer 1

In Robert Cormier's "The Moustache," the turning point occurs when the protagonist, Michel, visits his grandmother in the nursing home. During this visit, he decides to wear a moustache that he has grown, and this seemingly small act leads to a significant moment of conflict and realization.

As Michel interacts with his grandmother, who suffers from dementia, she mistakes him for her late husband due to the moustache. This misrecognition triggers a poignant confrontation with his own feelings about identity, memory, and the burden of familial expectations. Michel is torn between enjoying the attention and affection from his grandmother and the discomfort of deceiving her. The intensity of this moment lies in the emotional weight of family connections, the impact of memory on relationships, and the ethical implications of his deception. This pivotal scene sets the stage for Michel's internal struggle and the story's exploration of truth and illusion in personal identity.

Answer 2

30 word limit

Answer 3

The turning point in "The Moustache" occurs when Michel wears a moustache, causing his grandmother to mistake him for her late husband, leading to emotional conflict and deep reflections on identity.

Answer 4

describe an event that helped wrap up the story. (35 word limit)

Answer 5

The story concludes when Michel shaves off the moustache, symbolizing his rejection of deception and acceptance of his true identity. This act restores clarity in his relationship with his grandmother, allowing for a more genuine connection.

Answer 6

Describe another event that helped wrap up the story (30 word limit)

Answer 7

Michel's grandmother's fleeting moment of recognition and her emotional reaction to seeing him without the moustache highlights the bittersweet nature of memory, providing closure for Michel and deepening their bond despite the difficulties.

Answer 8

what about the part where he walked out the nursing home

Answer 9

As Michel leaves the nursing home, he feels a profound sense of relief and conflict. The act of walking out signifies his acceptance of reality, letting go of the deception and coming to terms with his identity.

Answer 10

what about the part where he found out his grandmother confused him for his grandfather so mike walked out of the hospital without saying anything.

Answer 11

When Michel realizes his grandmother mistakes him for his grandfather, he feels an emotional turmoil. Overwhelmed by guilt and the weight of her confusion, he quietly walks out of the nursing home, choosing silence over deception.