Colobong, Reynel John A.

3CED-Engl
Contemporary, Popular, and Emergent Literature September 17, 2023

Appointment with Love

1. Briefly summarize the story, showing the following elements of a short story.

a. Characters: The main characters are Lieutenant Blandford and Hollis Meynell, as well as
Hollis's younger sister.

b. Setting: The story is set in Grand Central Station, where Lieutenant Blandford is supposed to
meet Hollis for the first time.

c. Plot: Blandford returns from war and seeks to meet Hollis, whom he has been writing to.
However, Hollis has passed away, and her sister comes in her place.

d. Conflict: The conflict arises when Blandford discovers the physical disfigurement of Hollis's
sister instead of meeting Hollis herself.

e. Climax: The climax occurs when Blandford decides to spend the day with Hollis's sister,
discussing their shared experiences and connection.

f. Denouement: The denouement is presented when Blandford bids farewell to Hollis's sister,
grateful for the opportunity to meet someone connected to Hollis.

2. What can you say of the personality of Hollis Meynell?

Hollis Meynell's personality is not explored extensively in the story. However, through her
letters, she is shown to be kind, thoughtful, and deeply committed to maintaining a connection
with Lieutenant Blandford.
3. Why is Lieutenant Blandford at the Grand Central Station?

Lieutenant Blandford is at Grand Central Station to meet Hollis Meynell for the first time. They
have been corresponding through letters, and he is excited to finally meet her in person.

4. Why did Hollis Meynell not in favor of sending her picture?

Hollis Meynell did not send her picture because she had facial disfigurement. She wanted
Lieutenant Blandford to meet her in person before he discovered her physical appearance, as she
believed that their emotional connection was more important than external beauty.

5. How did they start writing letters with each other?

Lieutenant Blandford and Hollis Meynell started writing letters with each other when Blandford
was deployed during World War II. They developed a deep connection and fell in love through
their correspondence.

6. There was disappointment in the heart of Lt Blanford as he met the old lady, but then he
saluted and gave his word of honor that they will have dinner. Describe this kind of
personality. Will this be an act of Modern chivalry or still the traditional one.

Lieutenant Blandford's initial disappointment and subsequent decision to still have dinner with
Hollis's sister showcase his kind and honorable personality. This act could be seen as a modern
form of chivalry, as he chooses to prioritize the emotional connection he had formed with Hollis
rather than focus on appearances.

7. The story is open ended. Give your own ending to this story.

As the story is open-ended, One possible ending could involve Lieutenant Blandford continuing
to maintain a connection with Hollis's sister, forming a friendship and finding solace in their
shared memories of Hollis.