The Winter of Our Discontent | Teaching Key Figures

Character Descriptions

This section provides a short description of all the major characters in the book. This can be printed out as a study guide for students, used as a "key" for leading a class discussion, or you can jump to the quiz/homework section to find worksheets that incorporate these descriptions into a variety of question formats.

Characters

Ethan Allen Hawley - This character is an intelligent man who is well read and was raised by his grandfather, his father, and his aunt, because his mother died when he was young.

Margie Young-Hunt - This character is a single woman who lives in New Baytown and lives a life of mystery and seduction.

Mary Hawley - This character does not work outside of the home, is a staunch Catholic, and leans heavily on her husband for decisions.

Ellen Hawley - This character is a selfish young woman who will someday be...
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