How would you describe the style of narration in Langston Hughes’ “Thank You, M’am”?

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THOMAS HARDY

How does Hardy convey Marty’s sense of despair in “The Pine Planters”?

Hardy conveys Marty’s sense of despair through descriptive imagery and other literary devices. In the poem, Marty laments that the man she is infatuated with is oblivious to her state of mind and…

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THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PAJAMAS

How is indoctrination present in The Boy in the Striped Pajamas?

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas is centered on the friendship that develops between Bruno and Shmuel. The boys build their friendship on their similarities not their differences although the…

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REFERENCE

In the U.S. individuals are exposed to the stereotypes of what constitutes masculinity and…

The social construction of gender is a sociological concept by which one’s understanding of how one should act is based on cultural ideas rather than pure biology. In other words, as one ages, one…

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REFERENCE

What does it mean to say that gender is socially constructed? What are the expectations for…

According to many theories, gender is a social construct. This means that culture and society influence how men and women operate in the world they live in. It is not the same as sex, which is…

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A RAISIN IN THE SUN

In Act II, Scene I, why does Mama ignore Walter when she comes home? What does this show about…

When Mama enters in Act II, Scene I, she actually interrupts an intimate moment between Ruth and Walter as they ponder the problems in their relationships over a loving kiss. Immediately following…

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THE GREAT GATSBY

Talk about Myrtle’s sexuality and explain how it is exposed.

We see Myrtle’s sexuality through the eyes of narrator Nick Carraway. He considers her a bit distasteful, noting that her face doesn’t have a “facet” or “gleam” of beauty, but he appreciates that…

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MATH

An ordinary die is tossed 4 times. What is the probability of getting a number greater than 4 at…

Hello! Denote the event in question as A. Consider the complementary event not A: die is tossed 4 times and each result is 4 or less. The probability of A is 1-probability of not A: P(A)=1-P(not…

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THE RANSOM OF RED CHIEF

How does the author develop or reveal character? Give three examples from “The Ransom of Red Chief.”

Understanding characters’ personalities can be achieved through direct or indirect characterization. Direct characterization is when the personality or traits of a character are explicitly…

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MATH

f(x) = x+1 g(x) = 4 What is (g o f)(x)?

f(x)=x+1f(x)=x+1 g(x)=4g(x)=4 Find (gof)(x)(gof)(x) . To solve, input the function f(x) to g(x). (gof)(x)(gof)(x) =g(f(x))=g(f(x)) =g(x+1)=g(x+1) Take note that the given g(x) is a constant function. This means that…

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SCIENCE

How does the mass of a car affect its motion in regard to potential/kinetic energy?

The potential energy of an object is a function of its position and weight. The higher the object is, relative to a reference datum, the higher its potential energy. Potential energy is given as…

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THE LUMBER ROOM

Discuss how young Nicholas outwits his aunt and thus evades her attempts to confine him in a dry,…

In “The Lumber Room,” Nicholas outwits his aunt in a number of ways. When the story begins, he antagonizes her by causing her to doubt the superiority of her adult judgment. Accordingly, he…

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HISTORY

In regards to World War I, what are the risks and benefits of neutrality and foreign intervention?

When World War I began, there was a sentiment in the United States to stay out of the war. However, as events unfolded, there were risks of neutrality as well as some benefits. The risks of staying…

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THE SWISS FAMILY ROBINSON

What happens in chapters 9 and 10 in the book The Swiss Family Robinson by Johann Wyss?

In Chapter 9, the father and Fritz make a journey to the wreck of the ship, which is still stuck out on the reef. They want to bring back the animals that they had left there. First, the family…

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BABYLON REVISITED

How did events in Fitzgerald’s life help to shape “Babylon Revisted”?

There are several parallels in the narrative of “Babylon Revisited” and F. Scott Fitzgerald’s life. In fact, “Babylon Revisited” is an intensely personal story. Like Charlie and Helen, Fitzgerald…

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THE CRUCIBLE

What are some quotes from The Crucible about loyalty and honesty?

The relationship between John Proctor and his wife, Elizabeth, has been damaged by his past infidelity with Abigail Williams. Elizabeth is somewhat suspicious of him still, and even John perceives…

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THE IMMORTAL LIFE OF HENRIETTA LACKS

What symptoms did Henrietta Lacks have before she went to the doctor for testing?

Before going to Dr. Howard Jones at Johns Hopkins for testing, Henrietta Lacks told only her closest family members about the symptoms she experienced. She told her cousins Margaret and Sadie that…

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TWO TREATISES OF GOVERNMENT

In reference to John Locke’s “Second Treatise on Civil Government,” what would a John Locke…

John Locke’s idea of a favorable government in modern times would look like a democracy. In fact, Locke is commonly referred to as “The Reluctant Democrat.” One of the major tenets of Locke’s…

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THE NIGHT THOREAU SPENT IN JAIL

What is a good quote about freedom in the book “The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail”?

The theme of freedom arises in various conversations that take place in this play. Naturally, some of this happens in the scenes with Henry and Bailey in the jail cell. But as a Transcendentalist…

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CATHEDRAL

In Raymond Carver’s short story “Cathedral,” what is the significance of the fact that the only…

I presume that you are talking about Raymond Carver’s classic short story “Cathedral.” The short story features many of the stylistic aspects that are defining qualities for Carver’s pioneering…

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MARRIAGE IS A PRIVATE AFFAIR

Who or what is to blame for the tragedy that is Nnaemeka’s life?

First off, I believe the premise of your question is wrong. Nowhere in the text of Chinua Achebe’s short story “Marriage is a Private Affair” does it say that Nnaemeka’s life was a tragedy. In…

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FRINDLE

What is the full summary of chapter 10 of the novel Frindle ?

Judy Morgan works as a reporter for The Westfield Gazette. It wasn’t a very interesting job because not much of interest occurred in Westfield. One day a fellow worker told her that his fourth…

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A MYSTERY OF HEROISM

In English: A Mystery of Heroism by Stephen Crane, how is the main character, Collins, an…

“English: The Mystery of Heroism” is set against the backdrop of the Civil War. Collins, the protagonist, is a member of A Company, which is pinned down on the side of a hill by the relentless…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

What is the name of the judge in the novel To Kill a Mockingbird?

The judge at Tom Robinson’s trial is named is John Taylor. Judge Taylor presides over the trial of Tom Robinson. He is well-respected, but has a very unusual technique. He likes to pretend he is…

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ARTS

What makes a melody particularly memorable?

There are a few things which render a melody particularly memorable: 1)The mood it evokes. Many of us enjoy good movies, and extraordinary movies often feature memorable music. During crucial…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

What are some quotes throughout Lord of the Flies that represent bullying on the island?

There are numerous scenes throughout the novel Lord of the Flies that depict the boys bullying each other. Piggy, the heavy-set character with glasses, is by far the most bullied child on the…

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ROMEO AND JULIET

What are some quotes demonstrating rivalry in Romeo and Juliet?

The main rivalry in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet is that between the Montagues and Capulets. Shakespeare never gives a reason for the feud but we know, from the very beginning that there is a…

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HISTORY

Did monarchy change after Napoleon?

The French Revolution and the Napoleonic Empire instilled fear in the hearts of every European monarch. Once he was finally removed from power, they sought to prevent this turn of events from ever…

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DÉSIRÉE’S BABY

How did Armand react to the letter from his mother?

In Kate Chopin’s story, “Desiree’s Baby,” she tells the tale of Desiree, a woman of unknown origin, who marries a man of good family name and has a baby. Because the child eventually shows signs of…

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SCIENCE

What is the difference between the template and coding strands of DNA?

Both the coding strand and the template strand of DNA are important in the synthesis of proteins within cells. It is important, however, to be able to distinguish between the two, as DNA is…

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SCIENCE

Does a plant change/rearrange the chemicals it takes in during photosynthesis into new…

The chemical rearrangements and changes that occur during photosynthesis are what have allowed most of the life forms on Earth to evolve. The basic equation for photosynthesis 6CO2 + 6H20…

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SINNERS IN THE HANDS OF AN ANGRY GOD

What point of view or message is Edwards conveying in this sermon?

Like the Puritans of his time, Jonathan Edwards believed that all sinners were destined to damnation and that the only way toward salvation was a true conversion to the church. The title, “Sinners…

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WALT WHITMAN

In what ways does Whitman comment on the condition of mankind through his poem?

The entire poem is an autobiography of Whitman, his “Song of Myself.” In the process of his descriptions of where he has been and what he has seen and experienced, he is actually describing…

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KRIK? KRAK!

Who are some of the female characters in the short story collection Krik? Krak!

The short story collection Krik? Krak! by Edwidge Danticat is a collection of nine short stories, most of which are told by a female narrator or follow female main characters. Here, I’ll break down…

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THE ADVENTURE OF THE SPECKLED BAND

Why did Helen go to visit Sherlock Holmes for advice in “The Adventure of the Speckled Band”?

Helen Stoner came to Sherlock Holmes out of pure fear. Her physical appearance even conveyed fear. She had “….restless frightened eyes, like those of some hunted animal.” (pg 2) She tells…

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RULES OF THE GAME

Describe Waverly’s neighborhood in “Rules of the Game”.

Aside from the venues for the chess tournaments, and aside from the private apartment where the Jongs live, their neighborhood is the central setting for this story and its welcoming, vibrant sense…

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SCIENCE

THE EMBRYO DEVELOPS INTO A FETUS Once it has begun to divide the fertilized egg is called a…

I will complete the blanks in order as stated in your paragraph. The answers will be in bold print. I believe your question is based on the film, “The Miracle of Life” by the program Nova. As the…

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THE PIT AND THE PENDULUM

What are the first two dangers the narrator faces in “The Pit and the Pendulum”?

The first two dangers faced by the narrator of this story would be the pit and the pendulum, so the story is aptly named. When he first wakes up in his pitch black cell, he starts trying to measure…

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20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA

Is the Nautilus like a sovereign nation?

In Captain Nemo, Jules Verne created one of the most fascinating characters in literature. One of the reasons Captain Nemo has fascinated generations of readers is that he is fully sovereign over…

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THE DEVIL AND TOM WALKER

Describe the setting in The Devil and Tom Walker as Tom takes the shortcut home.

When Tom Walker takes a short cut home, his trek leads him through the swamp and he encounters a number of obstacles and frightening sights and sounds. This shortcut of Walker is, in reality, an…

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20,000 LEAGUES UNDER THE SEA

Why does Perrie Aronnax seem obsessed with the nationality of everyone he meets?

Jules Verne’s classic Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea is set in the late 19th century, during the time of the rise of nations as political entities. Professor Aronnax seems to be a true…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In To Kill a Mockingbird, Miss Caroline sent Burris Ewell home because he had lice. What effect…

Miss Caroline was about twenty-one years old and from North Winston County. She was unaccustomed to the children who were raised in Maycomb. When she saw lice in Burris Ewell’s hair, she…

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PATRICK HENRY

What is Patrick Henry claiming “they” are doing?

I am going to assume that by “they,” you mean Britain. Henry makes many accusations against the British. One complaint is that the British are not seriously considering the various protests,…

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OF MICE AND MEN

Explain how Steinbeck explores a person’s responsibility to another person through the characters…

“It ain’t so funny, him an’ me goin’ aroun’ together,” George said at last. “Him and me was both born in Auburn. I knowed his Aunt Clara. She took him when he was a baby and raised him up. When…

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THE GREAT GATSBY

What evidence suggests Gatsby is devoted to an ideal rather than an actual person?

In chapter 5 of the novel, Gatsby and Daisy are reunited after so many years have passed. Nick, through his narration, describes the events as they unfold. Although Gatsby never utters any words of…

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THE MIRACLE WORKER

What are some tough study questions from the play The Miracle Worker by William Gibson?

The Miracle Worker is a play by William Gibson about the young Helen Keller and the arrival of Annie Sullivan who will deliver this desperate family from its seemingly helpless situation. In order…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

What does Atticus’s explanation reveal in chapter 27 of To Kill A Mockingbird?

This passage reveals some significant facts about the characters in the novel, about the reality of the justice process in the time and place setting of the novel, and about Atticus’s character….

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THE BOY IN THE STRIPED PAJAMAS

In the book The Boy in the Striped Pajamas, Pavel reveals something about himself that Bruno…

After making a swing out of a tire and some rope, Bruno swings too high and falls out of the tire. Pavel scoops him up and carries him to the kitchen for some first aid. Naturally, Bruno wants…