2. Personally, I would not have given up the heron for the money. I do not like hunting or killing animals for “fun” because these animals have a life too. I would have felt guilty if I gave up the location for the money.  

3. The deception of nature throughout the story seems peaceful and calming. When walking in the woods, she feels connected to nature like she belongs there. Jewett makes nature seem like a safe place to be. 

2. I wouldn't have done the same as Sylvia. I don't know much about how much money that would've been for the bird but I do know that there are many other birds out there . Even if I haven't seen them personally, it doesn't mean they aren't there. Also, if money was needed in the family then that would be more important to me than the bird. Unfortunately, I don't have as much of a care and appreciation for nature as others do. 

3. Jewett sees nature for what it is, beautiful. She is showing nature through a child-like innocence that can resonate with anyone of any age. She uses smaller words that most are able to understand so that she can have more of an impact as to what nature means to her. She also portrays nature as something very relaxing and something to rely on. 

2.I would like to believe I would’ve done the same thing as Sylvia because I believe you should care for everything around you. I know there’s probably other ways I could earn money without harming any animals. Even if I did the opposite I would feel extremely guilty. Nature and animals have been living longer than us so I believe we should respect it.

 

3.Nature is shown as something beautiful and peaceful. The way Jewett describes nature lets the readers connect with Slyvia's emotions. We’re able to understand why Slyvia  choose not to tell the hunter where the bird was because we’re able to have a deeper connection with nature due to the way it’s being described. 

2. I would not accept the offer if the animal species were rare or endangered. The reason for that is because I feel like I am contributing a negative impact on the world by potentially going extinct. Similar to the first question money can not bring back the dead (well as of now).

3. The depiction of nature that is being offered by Jewett is love and protection of nature overall. The story helped me realize to care for nature and the animals that are hunted down for pointless material. Helps open up another perspective with a different mindset toward nature.

2.     My relationship to nature is at a substantially different level than Sylvia. Nature plays a huge role in her life every day. I don’t view the world in the same manner that she does because we have different life circumstances. I don’t spend as much “quality time” in nature  so I have a far shallower perception of its values. That being said, I have always loved animals and cared a lot about their treatment in society. It would not be easy for me to allow this bird to be harmed. I honestly think it would take longer for me to decide what to do in this situation then Sylvia. I would most likely accept the money eventually, but it would not be an easy choice and it would need to be a lot of money that would significantly impact those related to me in a positive way. I do think that nature has great value and impact in my life, which is why this decision would be difficult.  

3.     Jewett is offering a depiction that nature is something that some take for granted, yet it is extremely moving and influential. Nature is what one makes of it. Clearly, the hunter and Sylvia have different views on the value of nature. They both saw value in the bird, but the hunter was more materialistic and Sylvia valued its contribution to nature. Nature is rarely shown in a negative light throughout the story and is described in intricate and beautiful ways. The author seems to go into great detail when discussing the interactions among the elements of nature itself, and sylvias interactions with nature. This demonstrates how influential humans can be in nature and how they can use it in beneficial ways without the use of damage. Jewett wants people to realize that nature is worth preserving. 

I think Sylvia decides to save the hero because she is so fond of nature. As much as she admires the hunter, she doesn’t want to see anything living get hurt. She values nature over her brand-new friendship. I think this says a lot about the loyalty of Sylvia.

2. Would you have done the same if offered a substantial amount of money? 

If I was in a situation like Sylvia, I would have to use my judgment to make a decision. Personally, I probably would end up selling the bird's whereabouts to the hunter because I was raised by parents who love hunting, so I wouldn’t have trouble thinking about the bird's fate. I would take the money if my family really needed it. 

3. What depiction of nature is being offered here by Jewett?

In this story, nature is depicted as very pure. Sylvia values nature over monetary currency which says a lot because in modern times that is unheard of. In the girl's eyes, she feels like nature should be preserved as it is so beautiful. She feels as if the bird’s fate isn’t worth the money she is offered.

2.  If I were offered a substantial amount of money I probably would say no however if it were an even bigger amount more than whatever ten dollars is in today's money then I would take it because, at the end of the day, the hunter is going to move on to find another heron at some point.

3.   Jewett offers a very positive outlook on nature and a high respect for nature. She depicts nature as extremely beautiful and valuable. She argues that nature is more important than material gain. 

Ashley Willis