• MACBETH

In Macbeth, what is the internal struggle of Macbeth that forms a central conflict of this play?…

Macbeth’s main internal conflict has to do with his struggle with unchecked ambition combined with guilt. Macbeth’s unchecked ambition is to be king. Even though he wants to be King, he is,…

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• ROMEO AND JULIET

In Romeo and Juliet, is Romeo a stock character – and does he change?

I suppose Romeo begins as something of the stock lover, though I’ve always thought that everyone underestimates the complexity of his ideas about love. Normally the lover just sees love as…

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• THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME

In The Most Dangerous Game, why does Zaroff make Rainford his next opponent ?

In “The Most Dangerous Game”, Zaroff makes it very clear to Rainsford and to the reader that he no longer wants to hunt game animals that can not reason or think for themselves. He is in need…

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• THE BRIEF WONDROUS LIFE OF OSCAR WAO

Why does Diaz choose to relate this story of Oscar through the relatively minor character of Yunior?

Here are some things to think about: Objectivity. Yunior knows Oscar, but not as well or in the same way as Beli and Lola know him. How would the story be different if Lola was telling it? Would…

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• HISTORY

How did some African states use the slave trade to gain power?

Many African states became very wealthy and powerful from the slave trade. West African nations traded in slaves with European nations such as Portugal, Spain and England for manufactured goods…

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• BRAVE NEW WORLD

I need help placing 12 events from Brave New World in chronological order?John dies, Lina dies,…

Well, chronologically, the events you listed happen like this: 1. The nine year’s war takes place. 2. Then, the era of Our Ford begins. 3. Students have a guided tour through the London hatcheries….

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• THE DROVER’S WIFE

In Henry Lawson’s Short Stories, what are some examples of quotes that are distinctly visual, and…

The only Lawson story I have read is “The Drover’s Wife,” so all of my examples will come from that story. The first thing you notice is the verb tense: all present. It is as if you’re reading a…

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• SCIENCE

What is not a major function of the plasma proteins in the blood?

It seems there was more to this question, like some multiple choice answers. I guess the best way to approach this question is to give you a summary of the types of blood proteins and their…

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• MATH

Which measurement is the most precise: 0.05km, 20mm, or 50.2m? Justify your reasoning.

I’d say it was 20mm. My reasoning? Well, first you need to make sure you compare like with like. So convert everything into millimetres…. So 0.05km is 50,000mm and 20mm doesn’t need converting…

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• OF MICE AND MEN

What role does Candy play in helping George and Lennie try to buy land?

Candy has alot of money saved up. He was given $250 as compensation when he lost his hand on the ranch. He has another $50 saved from working and expects another $50 at the end of the month. So,…

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• OF MICE AND MEN

In Of Mice and Men, how does Slim react to Lennie and George’s traveling together?

When Slim is introduced into the novel, Steinbeck immediately draws a very distinct contrast between him and the other characters. In addition to his extraordinary skills as a jerkline skinner…

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• THE BLACK CAT

In the short story “The Black Cat”, why is the cat found in the wife’s tomb?

The reason that the narrator murdered his wife in the first place-at least so he says-is that his wife kept him from swinging an axe at that very cat to kill it. Enraged, he says, “I withdrew my…

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• THINGS FALL APART

The Ibo beliefs constitute an important element that is at the origin of holding them together….

The importance of the Ibo’s traditional beliefs can be seen in the actions of the main character, Okonkwo. His belief in his traditional culture is the main rationale for the behavior. His fear of…

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• THE CAY

How did Timothy show he was thinking about Phillip’s welfare?

After Phillip goes blind, Timothy becomes Phillip’s eyes and hands for a time. While on the raft, he catches their food and after they land on the cay, he continues to provide food for them and he…

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• LORD OF THE FLIES

In Lord of the Flies, on what page does Jack say, “I ought to be chief”?

Page 28 of my edition, about halfway through Chapter 1. Here’s the paragraph: “I ought to be chief,” said Jack with simple arrogance, “because I’m chapter chorister and head boy. I can sing…

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• ALL MY SONS

How can I explain the title “All My Sons” and its significance to the play?

The conflicts in the play develop from an event that is revealed through exposition. During World War II, Joe Keller ordered his partner to conceal defects in 121 plane engines their company…

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• HISTORY

What is the cotton gin and who invented it?I can’t find anything about him at the library, and…

Eli Whitney was the inventor of the Cotton Gin. He invented this revolutionary machine in 1793. It was considered a boon for production of cotton fiber for the south because it was an automated…

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• MACBETH

In Act 1 Scene 7 of Macbeth I need to translate each line of Macbeth’s soliloquy line by line….

Please see our enhanced eText with a modern translation at the link below.

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• THE TIME MACHINE

Can anyone give me details of the ventilation systems that the Morlocks are running in The Time…

Since they live underground, they are in need of plenty of oxygen. In order to keep living comfortably, they need to keep the air flow moving. This ventilation system helps them to do just that….

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• THE RIME OF THE ANCIENT MARINER

What narrative techniques are used in “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner?”

Several narrative techniques are employed. First, the poem is a frame tale. It begins with the old mariner stopping three guests on their way to a wedding. To one of these wedding guests, the old…

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• SOCIAL SCIENCES

Marginal ethnic groups in the USA are more assertive participants in revising and redefining…

I certainly believe that groups that once were marginalized are more assertive participants in the multicultural discourse. We seem to be in a time where addressing the “crisis of representation”…

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• MATH

What is the definition of an inverted triangle?

The definition of a triangle is, according to the eNotes dictionary, “(n) a three-sided polygon [syn: trigon, trilateral] something approximating the shape of a triangle; “the coastline of Chile…

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• THE SCARLET LETTER

What is Pearl’s effect on Dimmesdale in “The Scarlet Letter”? Does she play a part in his…

In many ways, Pearl is responsible for contributing to the guilt that Dimmesdale feels, which in turn is responsible for his ultimate confession. Whenever Pearl and Dimmesdale are in contact with…

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• TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In “To Kill a Mockingbird,” when and how did Atticus and his brother learn how to read and write?

Near the end of chapter 3, Atticus says to the children that he never went to school. He’s discussing their situation with Miss Caroline. He doesn’t want Scout to upset her teacher by continuing…

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• MACBETH

What is a modern English translation of Macbeth’s soliloquy in Act 1, Scene 7?

This question has already been answered. Please see the link below.

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• THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM—1963

In Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963, what does Dad not keep with the ones that belonged to the…

Dad does not keep his toothbrush with the ones that belong to the rest of the family. Dad keeps his toothbrush hidden because he does not want anyone to play any tricks on him by using his…

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• BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

What was Franklin’s condition in life when he arrived in Philadephia?

When he arrived in Philadelphia, he was very poor, having sold some of his precious books to get the money for the journey. Arriving in Philadephia, he soon began to regret leaving home. He had…

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• HEALTH

How does one deal with women who smoke or drink during pregnancy?

Your support is essential in dealing with this unhealthy behavior. You understand the dangers of substances to the unborn child and mother. Examine the mother’s history and experiences with…

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• ROMEO AND JULIET

In Romeo and Juliet, what kind of mood do Benvolio, Mercutio, and Romeo express in Act 1.4 as…

Mercutio and Benvolio are worried about the love-sick Romeo. Little do they know at this point that he has forgotten Rosaline and is now in love with Juliet and happy all over again. So they are…

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• WHERE ARE YOU GOING, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?

What significance does Arnold have in the story ‘Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been’?More…

Arnold Friend represents both an actual and a symbolic threat to Connie, both her physical being and her innocence. He is an individual but also represents any older man who preys upon teenage…

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• LAW AND POLITICS

How did the greed of the 1980s affect the political climate?

The ascendency of Ronald Regan in the 1980’s and the reinvented brand of Republican policies were ones that favored deregulation and the growth of business. These ideas were in stark contrast to…

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• JULIUS CAESAR

In Julius Caesar, what are the two things that Brutus says he will never do, even if he loses the…

Good question. Both answers are in Act 5, Scene 1. Even by the rule of that philosophy By which I did blame Cato for the deathWhich he did give himself: I know not how, But I do find it cowardly…

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• NIGHT

Why did Moshe disappear for a few months in “Night”?

In the beginning of the story, “Night” Elie describes the day when the Germans orders all of the foreign Jews to be removed, from the town of Sighet. Moshe the Beadle was one of those foreign…

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• 1984

Why are human relationships are impossible to sustain in 1984?

Human relationships are impossible to sustain because of the controlling nature of Big Brother and the Brotherhood. Big Brother requires that everything is subservient to the party, party doctrine,…

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• MACBETH

In Macbeth, how does Macduff want to protect his country from ruin as told to Malcolm?

Macduff relays to Malcolm who has been hiding in England that Scotland is in bad shape with Macbeth as king. The tyrannt has been creating misery for their countrymen. “New widows howl, new…

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• MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING

In Much Ado About Nothing, what happens offstage during Benedick’s dance with Beatrice?How do we…

Well, it’s a subtle one. While they’re dancing you get most of the conversation, Beatrice describing how, when Benedick isn’t encouraged when he’s trying to be funny, he goes all melancholy: Do,…

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• LOVE IN THE TIME OF CHOLERA

In Love of the Time of Cholera, why does Marquez use similar terms to describe the effects of…

Florentino falls in love with Fermina in a way that causes him great pain and suffering. Like a sickness, he is wrought with anguish over his love for his beloved Fermina. So devoted is he to the…

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• THE TWENTY-ONE BALLOONS

Would you please provide a summary of Chapters 7 and 8 of Twenty-One Balloons? Thanks!

In Chapter 7, the Professor tells his audience what the citizens of Krakatoa do with all of their spare time. Aside from their assignment of feeding the people of the island on a rotating basis,…

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• THE CRUCIBLE

Suggestions for Essay Topics on “The Crucible”?so i can get an idea on how to write one.

Writing an essay for “The Crucible,” could be focused on the witchcraft hysteria that dominated the town of Salem in 1692 resulting in the deaths of innocent people. You could focus in on John…

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• REFERENCE

PsychologyHow is classical conditioning consistently produced as a startle response in an…

If you wanted to use the principle of conditioned response in order to make your friend jump at an abnormal signal, here’s an idea. The natural, UCS could be poking them in the side. Doing this…

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• HAMLET

Who is to be blamed for the tragic flaw in “Hamlet”? I need an explanation, too.

You first need to identify the tragic flaw. Most would say that Hamlet’s flaw was that he waited so long to carry out his ghost-father’s request: to kill Claudius. Hamlet is asked in Act 1, sc….

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• SOCIAL SCIENCES

What are the main psychological theories? And what are their main ideas about?

Psychoanalytic: Started by Freud, it focuses on the subconscious as the main motivation for all behavior. All of our desires, motivations, fears and issues are buried deep within our subconscious…

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• HISTORY

How did Benjamin Franklin change the world?how would the world be different without his discovery?

Ben Franklin was an extremely interesting person. He was a statesman, inventor, printer, postmaster general, scientist, and patriot. There is no doubt that the world would be a different place had…

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• TEACHERS

Suggestions for Research PapersCan anyone offer specific suggestions for literary research papers…

I am not sure exactly what you mean by literary research papers and if you want to include just one, two or all the works you have read recently. I work at a small private classical school and am…

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• PRIDE AND PREJUDICE

How does Jane Austen present the themes of love and marriage in Pride and Prejudice?

For Jane Austen love was absolutely necessary for a good marriage. However, in English society at the time, which is depicted in the novel, love is not the greatest consideration for marriage….

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• ASTRONOMY

how do we stay still when the earth is moving

The perception of motion is contingent upon a frame of reference. If you’re riding in a car, and your friend is riding in another running in the same direction and speed as you, relative to each…

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• EMILY DICKINSON

What is the rhythm of the poem “Because I could not stop for Death”?

The poem’s written in ballad meter, alternating lines of iambic tetrameter and iambic trimeter, rhyming ABAB. I’ll show you what I mean. An iamb is a weak beat followed by a strong beat (de DUM)….

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• WALT WHITMAN

Walt Whitman has been called the poet of democracy and freedom. Discuss and give examples from…

Two of Whitman’s poems especially emphasize his love for America, her democratic form of government, and the freedom American citizens enjoy. They are “One’s-Self I Sing” and “I Hear America…

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• DEATH AND THE KING’S HORSEMAN

What part did tragedy played in Elesin’s honor?

Tragedy is often present when you want to accomplish something but you can’t. In this case, Elesin is honor-bound to commit suicide to join his king, but the British soliders who don’t understand…

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• THE KITE RUNNER

why is Hassan in ” The Kite Runner” can be a good friend for a person?why is Hassan in ” The Kite…

Hassan will make a good friend because he is “fiercely loyal.” He is born with a harelip, but is unconscious of it and remains happy, being known for his “easy smile.” He is strong, athletic, and…

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