Topic > An Analysis of Popular Mechanics by Raymond Carver

There is solid evidence that this is a couple who had a child together, but there is no evidence that they are actually married. There is a fight and the child becomes the center of the fight. Vague is the exact outcome or fate of the child. The fight culminated with both sides pulling the child in with all their might. It can be assumed that the child was injured or worse. 5. Is the evidence relevant? How do I know? Everything in this story seems to be relevant to the central plot of the story, which is a broken family. The cold and dark weather; the dirty melting snow; and the lack of light in the house are what set the tone here. The man is packing his bags and then fights over the child in a reckless fit of rage. The woman is also struggling and hurting the child. A flower vase falls over and we can ultimately assume the same or worse for the child. 6. Did I hear/read something similar or different? What it was