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Appendix 17.2
Innocent archetype
for eating in NYC
The archetypal story pattern instrument
Please circle N = No; ? = Not sure; Y = Yes for each item below.
Blog: mango and ginger
Title of Blog Entry: Eating in NYC
1. Does the story convey happiness?
N
?
Y
If yes, discuss evidence:
The sisters are happy to be together and
after the research is over enjoy eating at nearby restaurants.
2. Does the protagonist avoid problems?
N
?
Y
Evidence:
They ask advice of where to eat rather than getting lost.
3. Is the story inspirational?
N
?
Y
Evidence:
The story covers how two sisters in middle age and
younger can enjoy themselves at work and play.
4. Does the story take a simplistic perspective?
N
?
Y
Evidence:
A lot of details at the MOMA regarding the thesis
are left out of the story.
5. Is the protagonist a positive thinker?
N
?
Y
Evidence:
Kit wraps up the story with a gloss, 'But despite the
sucky spin dip, overall, our big day in the big city couldn't
have been better. Or more nourishing.'
6. Protagonist is trustworthy?
N ? Y
Evidence:
Nothing to suggest otherwise.
7. Is the story optimistic?
N
?
Y
Evidence:
The story ends with how successful the trip has been.
8. Is 'nice' a term that connects with the protagonist?
N
?
Y
Evidence:
Both sisters come across as 'nice' people.
9. Is perseverance an important aspect of the story?
N
?
Y
Evidence:
Several hours at the MOMA for research qualifi es.
