Blog 5: The Man Who Was Almost a Man

1. The narrator is the author. The point of view is 3rd person and the dialect is ominent.

2. Her response was no at first. She didn't want him to have one. But then Dave said that they could use the gun for Pa. And she says fine they can get one.

3. He tells them a lie in how the mule did it to herself. He starts crying and then the crowd starts laughing and he tells them what really happened.

4. I think it represents a new place for Dave. It represents freedom and a new life.

5. I don't think so. I think a society needs someone like Dave. If there isn't then it will be off balance. You need someone who has different ideas. No i don't think they should celebrate his departure.