This character wears a hat with a ribbon and flowers that resemble a bird's nest.

This theme is illustrated by the Misfit's belief that evil is the nature of mankind.

This symbolizes the grandmother's selfishness and vanity.

This is the destination of the family's ill-fated road trip.

This character is compared to a pig multiple times in the story.

What does the story suggest about the concept of goodness?

What does the title of the story suggest about the characters and events?

This is the reason the family decides to take a detour.

What is the name of the grandmother's cat?

This theme is emphasized by the use of animal symbolism throughout the story.

What animal does The Misfit compare himself to?

Where does the family encounter The Misfit?

This character is described as having a "long black chin."

This theme is highlighted by the contrast between the grandmother's shallow morality and the Misfit's deeper understanding of the world.

What does the Misfit symbolize in the story?

This is the name of the town where the family has their fatal encounter.

This character is the only one in the family who is not killed by the Misfit.

How does the story explore the theme of redemption?

What does the car in the story symbolize?

This is the ironic statement made by the Misfit about the grandmother.