명화 읽는 영어수업 8(아무도 기다리지 않았다)

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1) Ilya Repin painted Unexpected Return between 1884 and 1888.

2) The painting depicts the emotional moment when a man, likely a political exile or prisoner, unexpectedly returns home.

3) Different family members show different emotions: an older woman looks joyful, a younger woman seems frozen with emotion, a child looks curiously, and another man in the background appears cautious.

4) His simple, worn-out clothes suggest that he has had a difficult past, likely in exile or prison.

5) The man stands at the doorway, just entering the home. This is important because it captures the moment of his unexpected return, highlighting the surprise and emotional tension of the scene.

6) The simple and warm home setting emphasizes the contrast between the harsh outside world and the comfort of family life. It adds a sense of intimacy and humanity to the painting.

7) Life was often harsh and dangerous for those who spoke against the government. They faced imprisonment, exile, or harsh punishments, and their families lived in fear and uncertainty.

8) The family might feel happy because they are reunited after a long separation, but also worried because they know the risks he faced or might face again due to his political stance.

9) The painting remains meaningful because it speaks to universal themes of hope, fear, family bonds, and the human cost of political conflict, which are still relevant in many parts of the world.

10) I think the painting is very powerful and emotional. It makes me feel empathy for the family’s mixed emotions and reflect on the sacrifices people make for their beliefs and loved ones.

2. prison, hard, frozen