One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Study Guide (OFOTCN)
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One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Study Guide (OFOTCN)
Who narrates the events of the novel? ️️Chief Bromden
How does McMurphy’s presence affect the patients’ ability to express themselves?
️️ His rebellious attitude encourages them to speak up and question authority.
What does ...
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Study Guide (OFOTCN)
Who narrates the events of the novel? ✔️✔️Chief Bromden
How does McMurphy’s presence affect the patients’ ability to express themselves?
✔️✔️ His rebellious attitude encourages them to speak up and question authority.
What does Nurse Ratched’s control over the daily schedule symbolize?
✔️✔️ It reflects her absolute power over the patients' lives, dictating even their most basic activities.
How does McMurphy’s gambling represent more than just a game in the ward?
✔️✔️ It’s a way for him to bring excitement and show the patients they can take risks.
Why does Nurse Ratched want to undermine McMurphy’s influence on the patients?
✔️✔️ She fears losing control over the ward and the order she’s imposed on it.
What impact does McMurphy’s escape attempt have on the other patients?
✔️✔️ It inspires them to consider the possibility of life beyond the institution.
How does Chief Bromden’s ability to “see” through Nurse Ratched’s tactics evolve?
✔️✔️ He begins to understand her manipulations and sees her authority as something he can resist.
What does McMurphy’s insistence on breaking the rules represent?
✔️✔️ It embodies his desire to show the patients they have the right to personal freedom.
How does Nurse Ratched’s reaction to the patients’ laughter reflect her control tactics?
✔️✔️ She sees it as a threat, as laughter signifies an emotional release and independence.
,Why is McMurphy willing to suffer punishments for the sake of others?
✔️✔️ He believes that by standing up, he can inspire others to reclaim their own dignity and
autonomy.
How does Chief Bromden’s view of McMurphy change over time?
✔️✔️ He begins to see McMurphy as a mentor and symbol of freedom, trusting him as a guide out of
oppression.
What does the power dynamic between McMurphy and Nurse Ratched symbolize?
✔️✔️ It represents the conflict between individuality and authoritarian control within oppressive
systems.
Why does Nurse Ratched dislike McMurphy’s charisma?
✔️✔️ His ability to influence and connect with others undermines her control, making her authority
seem less absolute.
What does the concept of “freedom” mean to each patient?
✔️✔️ For each patient, freedom means a chance to reclaim self-respect, autonomy, and life outside
the institution.
How does McMurphy challenge the patients’ belief in their own limitations?
✔️✔️ He shows them they’re more capable than they believe, inspiring them to overcome their fears.
What does the image of Nurse Ratched’s “cold” personality represent?
✔️✔️ Her detachment and lack of empathy symbolize her dehumanizing approach to treatment and
control.
How does Chief Bromden’s silence act as a form of resistance?
✔️✔️ By staying silent, he resists engagement with a system that he feels doesn’t respect him.
, What does the fog represent in Chief Bromden’s mind?
✔️✔️ It symbolizes his mental confusion and his attempt to escape the reality of institutional control.
How does Nurse Ratched’s manipulation of the patients’ insecurities maintain her power?
✔️✔️ By preying on their fears, she keeps them submissive and afraid to defy her authority.
How does the fishing trip allow the patients to see the outside world differently?
✔️✔️ It gives them a taste of freedom and a reminder that life exists beyond the walls of the
institution.
What does McMurphy’s behavior reveal about his view of power?
✔️✔️ He believes power should empower, not suppress, and that people have the right to resist
unjust authority.
How does the institution’s treatment affect the patients’ sense of self-worth?
✔️✔️ The strict control and punishment diminish their self-esteem, making them dependent and
passive.
What does Chief Bromden’s decision to participate in group activities represent?
✔️✔️ It marks his gradual reclaiming of agency and willingness to engage with others.
How does Nurse Ratched’s treatment of Billy Bibbit reflect her control tactics?
✔️✔️ She uses his fear of shame to keep him submissive, manipulating his dependence on authority
figures.
Why does McMurphy view the group therapy sessions as a way to challenge Nurse Ratched?
✔️✔️ He sees them as an opportunity to break her control by encouraging patients to think critically.
What does the glass window separating the nurse’s station from the patients symbolize?
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