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The Enemy by Pearl S. Buck: Key Concepts

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This deck explores the key themes and events from 'The Enemy' by Pearl S. Buck, focusing on Dr. Sadao's moral dilemma during World War II when he finds an American POW on his doorstep.

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What is the main dilemma faced by Dr. Sadao in 'The Enemy'?

Dr. Sadao must decide whether to save an American POW as a doctor or hand him over to the authorities as a patriot.

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What is the main dilemma faced by Dr. Sadao in 'The Enemy'?

Dr. Sadao must decide whether to save an American POW as a doctor or hand him over to the authorities as a patriot.

Where is Dr. Sadao's house located?

Dr. Sadao's house is located on the Japanese coast, above a narrow beach outlined with bent pines.

Why was Dr. Sadao not sent abroad with the troops?

Dr. Sadao was perfecting a medical discovery and was kept in Japan in case the old General needed an operation.

How did Dr. Sadao and Hana meet?

They met at an American professor's house while studying in America.

What does Dr. Sadao discover about the wounded man?

Dr. Sadao discovers that the wounded man is an American sailor from a U.S. Navy warship.

What is Hana's initial reaction to the wounded man?

Hana is conflicted and fearful but ultimately helps Sadao care for the man.

What does the General propose to do with the American POW?

The General suggests having the POW quietly killed by his private assassins.

How does Dr. Sadao ultimately resolve the situation with the POW?

Dr. Sadao helps the POW escape by providing him with a boat and supplies to reach a nearby island.

What is the reaction of the servants to the presence of the POW?

The servants are frightened and eventually leave, fearing repercussions for harboring an enemy.

What does Dr. Sadao realize about his feelings towards the POW?

Dr. Sadao realizes he could not bring himself to kill the POW, despite considering him an enemy.

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The Enemy by Pearl S. Buck: Key Concepts

Term	Definition
What is the main dilemma faced by Dr. Sadao in 'The Enemy'?	Dr. Sadao must decide whether to save an American POW as a doctor or hand him over to the authorities as a patriot.
Where is Dr. Sadao's house located?	Dr. Sadao's house is located on the Japanese coast, above a narrow beach outlined with bent pines.
Why was Dr. Sadao not sent abroad with the troops?	Dr. Sadao was perfecting a medical discovery and was kept in Japan in case the old General needed an operation.
How did Dr. Sadao and Hana meet?	They met at an American professor's house while studying in America.
What does Dr. Sadao discover about the wounded man?	Dr. Sadao discovers that the wounded man is an American sailor from a U.S. Navy warship.
What is Hana's initial reaction to the wounded man?	Hana is conflicted and fearful but ultimately helps Sadao care for the man.
What does the General propose to do with the American POW?	The General suggests having the POW quietly killed by his private assassins.
How does Dr. Sadao ultimately resolve the situation with the POW?	Dr. Sadao helps the POW escape by providing him with a boat and supplies to reach a nearby island.
What is the reaction of the servants to the presence of the POW?	The servants are frightened and eventually leave, fearing repercussions for harboring an enemy.
What does Dr. Sadao realize about his feelings towards the POW?	Dr. Sadao realizes he could not bring himself to kill the POW, despite considering him an enemy.