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Why does Mr. Kelada behave the way he does in Mr. Know-All?
(SPOILER ALERT) Throughout the story, Mr. Kelada tries to ingratiate himself to the narrator and others, probably trying to fit into a society that he had become familiar with, but was not born into. In the key sequence, he loses a bet about some pearls belonging to a married woman. He belatedly notices that she fears her husband will discover they are real, as she obviously lied to him about them and how she got them.
Can you give me an analysis of Mr Know All written by William Somerset Maugham?
The story takes place in international waters on an ocean going liner sailing from San Fracisco, U.S.A to Yokohama, Japan on the Pacific ocean. As the war had just ended, it was difficult to get accomodations. Therefore, the narrator had to share a cabin with a total stranger, but he expected him to be one of his own countrymen. Instead, he was deeply shocked to realize it was a chatty Levantine of oriental origin, Mr. Max Kelada, who was not British, but a native of one of the British colonies (he did have a British passport). Although his origin isn't stated precisely, his name suggests Spanish, Portugese, Syrian or even Jewish origin. The narrator mentions Mr. Kelada's "hooked nose", which might imply an antisemitic remark against Jews. The narrator was prepared to dislike Mr. Kelada even before he saw him. When he first entered the cabin, he saw Mr. Kelada's luggage and toilet things that had already been unpacked. The man's name and the sight of his things aroused a strong repulsion in him since he was prejudiced against all non- Britons, feeling superior to them. The irony of the story lies in the fact that the list of Mr. Kelada's "negative" traits presented in the beginning of the story shows an orderly, neat and tidy gentleman. When the narrator met Mr. Kelada, his hatred got even stronger. He abhorred the cultural differences between Kelada and himself. He both detested and despised Mr. Kelada's gestures. Therefore, the description of Kelada is negative and biased. The narrator's prejudice is based on several cultural differences between him and Mr. Kelada: a) A total stranger should address a gentleman with "Mr." and be formal. b) A gentleman shouldn't be pushy. c) A gentleman should be modest. d) A gentleman should keep quiet during meals. e) A gentleman shouldn't be too chatty and argumentative. f) A gentleman shouldn't show off and boast about his super knowledge. g) A gentleman shouldn't be too dogmatic. Mr. Kelada was a person that seemed to know everything and was involved in everything, not sensing that he was disliked by everybody. He was very chatty and talked as if he had been superior to everybody else. The passengers mocked him and called him Mr. Know - All even to his face. There was another dogmatic person on the ship - Mr. Ramsay who was an American Consular Serviceman stationed in Kobe, Japan. He was on his way to Kobe after having picked up his pretty little wife, who had stayed on her own in New York for a whole year. She looked very modest. Her clothes were simple although they achieved an effect of quiet distinction. She looked perfect and was adorable. One evening, the conversation drifted to the subject of pearls. As Mrs. Ramsay was wearing a string of pearls, Mr. Kelada announced that it certainly was a genuine one which had probably cost many thousands of dollars. He was ready to bet a hundred dollars on it. Mr. Ramsay, on the other hand, that his wife had bought it for 18 dollars in a department store. When Mr. Know - All took out a magnifying glass from his pocket, he noticed a desperat appeal in Mrs. Ramsay's eyes. He then realized that Mrs. Ramsay got the pearls from her lover.Since Mr. Kelada didn't . want to destroy Mrs. Ramsay's marriage, he ruined his reputation instead - he told everybody that he was wrong and that the string was an excellent imitation. He gave Mr. Ramsay a hundred dollars. The story spread all over the ship and everybody mocked Mr. Kelada. Later, while the narrator and Mr. Know - All were in their cabin, an envelope was pushed under the door. It contained a hundred dollar bill from Mrs. Ramsay. It was then that the narrator learned to value the dark - skinned Levantine. He was amazed at Mr. Kelada's generosity. This story shows that first impressions are often misleading and that appearances are sometimes deceptive. Mr. Kelada who is described as a disgusting person who shows off all the time and knows everything better than others, is in reality a sensitive, brave gentleman who wouldn't hurt others. On the other hand, Mrs. Ramsay, whose modesty and good qualities no one questions, has been unfaithful to her husband. The moral of the story is that we must not judge a book by its cover. Rather than judging a person by his looks, color or origin we should observe his behaviour and reactions in difficult situations.
When was Asaad Kelada born?
Asaad Kelada was born in Cairo, in Egypt.
What is the tone in the short story Mr. Know-All?
The tone in the short story "Mr. Know-All" by W. Somerset Maugham is ironic and critical. The narrator's perspective on the main character, Mr. Kelada, reflects a sense of sarcasm and ridicule towards his overbearing and pretentious behavior. The story's tone is also characterized by a touch of humor as it explores themes of cultural clashes and social conventions.
What has the author Sami Kelada written?
Sami Kelada has written: 'Les requins de Tuamotu' 'Le Francais fonctionnel' -- subject(s): French language, Readers, Reading comprehension
What has the author Joseph N Kelada written?
Joseph N. Kelada has written: 'Integrating reengineering with total quality' -- subject(s): Organizational change, Management, Corporate reorganizations, Total quality management
Who is the narrator of wuthering heights?
Wuthering Heights has several narrators: the novel begins with the narrator Mr. Lockwood who is then told an extended story by the second narrator Ellen Dean (creating a story within a story), and during Ellen's story a letter by Isabella Linton-Heathcliff introduces a third (though less critically attended to) narrator. The novel ends with Mr. Lockwood as the narrator again.
What actors and actresses appeared in Little Misses and the Mr. Men - 1983?
The cast of Little Misses and the Mr. Men - 1983 includes: John Alderton as Narrator Pauline Collins as Narrator
Who is the narrator in The Adventures of Tom Sawyer?
The narrator in "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is an omniscient third-person narrator who observes and recounts the events involving Tom Sawyer. This narrator provides insights into Tom's thoughts, feelings, and actions throughout the story.
How is an objective narrator different from an unreliable narrator.?
an objective narrator only says what really happens
What actors and actresses appeared in Mr. Men - 1974?
The cast of Mr. Men - 1974 includes: Arthur Lowe as Narrator
What actors and actresses appeared in Mr. Nobody - 1987?
The cast of Mr. Nobody - 1987 includes: Tedde Moore as Narrator
