What happened in the story the shining houses?

Answer 1

The new generation in the neighbourhood, which represents those who live in the shining houses, thought the old lady Mrs Fullerton's house is bringing down the entire value of the community. They appreciate identical subdivision and Mrs Fullerton's traditional way of living irritates them. So on a birthday party, they bring up a plan which is to put a lane through her property to kick her out of the neighbourhood. However, the protagonist Mary, which is one of the new generation but also pities Mrs Fullerton, refused to sign on the petition to support Mrs Fullerton.

Answer 2

"The Shining Houses" is a short story by Alice Munro that follows the conflict between the community's desire for conformity and one woman's resistance to it. The central character, Mrs. Fullerton, refuses to participate in a neighborhood initiative to repaint the exterior of her house, leading to gossip and ostracization from her neighbors. The story explores themes of individuality, community pressure, and the tension between conformity and independence.