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- HISTORY
What is the relationship between politics and religion during the civil war in France during the…
During the 16th century (and into the 17th), French politics and religion were inseparably linked. Questions of religion were mixed with struggles over whose family should control the monarchy….
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
What are some rumors that are spread about Boo Radley?I need 3 quotes.
There are many stories told about Boo Radley in To Kill A Mockingbird, and some are undoubtedly true. The following stories are probably rumors, rather than facts: Boo bit off his mother’s finger…
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- FRANKENSTEIN
Frankenstein what do we learn about Frankestein in chapter 5?
Chapter 5, in which Victor brings the Monster to life, demonstrates Victor’s fickleness and unwillingness to accept responsibility for his actions. He spends months creating the creature only to…
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- THE GREAT GATSBY
In “The Great Gatsby,” does Gatsby deserve to be called “Great”?
Ahh…that’s a good question! Another part of that question is “why did Fitzgerald choose to name the book “The Great Gatsby?” There are a couple of things we need to look at before we can decide…
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- A CONNECTICUT YANKEE IN KING ARTHUR’S COURT
What themes are in A Connecticut Yankee in King’s Arthur Court?
One of the central themes of this hilarioius, but also quite sad and tragic, novel is the idea that technology can improve the world and bring it out of darkness and free it from superstition. This…
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- THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME
Why do you think Rainsford chooses to confront Zaroff in the end, rather than simply ambush him?…
Zaroff and Rainsford are alike in many ways. Both are professional hunters and they each observe similar rules of the hunt. They respect one another’s skills and treat their prey with some respect,…
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- BUSINESS
What causes an economic depression?
An economic depression is caused by a massive slowdown of business activity. This slowdown causes a decrease in a nation’s gross national production and helps to begin an adverse psychological…
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- SCIENCE
Can “mumps” be transmitted from a human to a cat?
Good question…I hope you aren’t asking because your own pet is ill! Anyhow, the answer to your question is: No, cats (and dogs) do not catch “the Mumps.” Mumps is a virus that only affects…
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- JUST LATHER, THAT’S ALL
What was the author’s general tone in the short story “Just Lather, That’s All”?
The author Hernando Tellez tells this story in a very matter-of-fact manner that belies the seriousness of the situation. Tellez introduces the brutality of Captain Torres through simple…
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- MACBETH
How can these prophecies be considered a manifestation of Macbeth’s thoughts?macbeth went to…
A major question from the play is if Macbeth’s downfall was caused by fate (the prophecies) or by his own ambition. It is very obvious that the witches already knew the evil thoughts Macbeth…
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- BIOLOGY
How do materials enter and leave the nucleus?
The nucleus contains a nuclear envelope or membrane surrounding this organelle of the cell. It contains pores that allow transport between the nucleus and the cytoplasm. During the process of…
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- THE SCARLET IBIS
In “The Scarlet Ibis,” which of Doodle’s characteristics enable him to learn to walk?
In “The Scarlet Ibis,” Doodle is a tiny, sickly little boy who was not expected to live in the first place. But Doodle didn’t die, and his inner strength served him well until his little heart did…
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- AN OCCURRENCE AT OWL CREEK BRIDGE
In “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge,” comment on the quote “Evidently this was no vulgar…
To answer the second part of your question first, Bierce does not reveal the name of Peyton Farquar because he wants to build the reader’s interest and add to the mystery of the situation. The…
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- MASTER AND MAN
When does the story take place in Leo Tolstoy’s book “Master and Man?”
Leo Tolstoy’s short story “Master and Man” takes place in Russia, during nighttime in winter (December 8th) most likely some time in the 1870’s: “It happened in the ‘seventies in winter, on the…
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- THE CRUCIBLE
In “The Crucible” Danforth believes it is a “sharp time” where good and evil are not “mixed” in…
I disagree. Danforth’s assertion is one that he sticks to, because it emphasizes his skills as a judge, and what he has been doing there. And, he states it right after Proctor, Giles and Francis…
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- A WHITE HERON
What is the common discussion point in “A White Heron” by Sarah Orne Jewett?How does the story…
At the beginning of the story, Sylvia who is age 9, is living with her grandmother and she is trying to conform to the country style of life. She carries out physical chores for her grandmother,…
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- LAW AND POLITICS
What do you think of Martin Luther King Jr.’s style of protest?What do you think of Martin Luther…
It’s pretty hard to argue with MLK’s style of protest. This is true for a couple of reasons. First, it seems morally unassailable. The idea of passive resistance seems to me to be admirable….
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- THE ODYSSEY
I have to create an epithet of my own, but I can’t think of anything. Any suggestions?My class…
An epithet is a word (usually an adjective) that is used to describe or characterize a specific attribute of a person or thing. It is often considered to be an abusive or disparaging description…
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- YOUNG GOODMAN BROWN
What is the significance of the pink ribbons in this story?
Pink is a color that is symbolic of innocence and naivete. In Hawthorne’s “Young Goodman Brown,” the pink ribbons that Faith wears at the beginning of the narrative represent the ingenuousness of…
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- SOLDIER’S HOME
In the story “Soldier’s Home,” what is the theme?theme
The primary theme in Ernest Hemingway’s short story “Soldier’s Home” is Krebs’ inability to relate to his mother and to home life after his return to Oklahoma following World War I. After…
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- BUSINESS
economytell me about the india economy.
This question is, in my mind, excessively broad. There are a lot of different aspects of the Indian economy that one might wish to discuss. In order to get good answers, perhaps you could give us…
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- THE LESSON
Can someone please critique my intro and thesis statement? “Ever since slavery was abolished,…
I think the first sentence is okay up to “the US” but then I’d say “between African Americans and Caucasians.” Second sentence: I’m not sure that “although” is right here. It doesn’t seem like…
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- HISTORY
What does the phrase “Remember the Maine” mean?
The USS Maine was a battleship sent to Havana, Cuba to protect American people and property from harm during a rebellion against Spanish rule in 1898. While in Havana harbor, the Maine blew up. At…
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- YOUNG GOODMAN BROWN
Analyze allusions to the “devilish Indian” in Young Goodman Brown
The most apparent answer is that the “devilish Indian” links the early Americans’ fear of both the Natives and the supposed evils of the forest. The early Puritans linked the darkness and…
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- THE PRISONER OF ZENDA
What is Johann’s reaction to the coronation?
Described as weak and sometimes greedy, but not wicked, Johann at first seems more neutral than pleased or upset about the impending coronation. He is the duke’s minder and not a true confidant or…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
How did society evolve into the society seen in Fahrenheit 451?
The government-approved version of history is explained to Montag by his boss, Beatty, when Montag becomes depressed at his job without understanding why. Beatty’s explanation is that society…
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- THE CRUCIBLE
Who is John Proctor’s slave in Scene 1 of The Crucible?
Proctor does not have a slave in The Crucible. He and his wife do, however, have a servant girl–Mary Warren. This relationship is described in Act 2 of the play. If you are referring to Tituba,…
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- THE CRUCIBLE
What does Miller mean when he characterizes the Puritan community in Salem as a theocracy?
A theocracy is a society that is ruled by a church, or by religious leaders. This comes from the Greek “theos” or god and “kratos” or rule (from which we get the “cracy” of democracy, autocracy,…
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- LITERATURE
What are the main points of chapter 2 in the book, “How to Read Literature Like a Professor” by…
Chapter Two is about the symbolism of eating in literature. Foster’s main point for the entire chapter is whenever people eat or drink together in literature, it is an act of communion….
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- THE CRUCIBLE
When Rev. Hale arrives in Salem in The Crucible, where does he imply authority resides, and what…
Rev. Hale arrives in Salem confident in his knowledge and in his assignment “from God” to determine whether the devil or witchcraft is afoot in the village. As he approaches Rev. Parris, he bears…
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- A GOOD MAN IS HARD TO FIND
How do various revelations mark the development of “A Good Man is Hard to Find”? Does not have to…
What starts out as an innocent family vacation turns lethal in a terrifying turn of events in this outstanding short story by Flannery O’Connor. We learn in the first sentence that the grandmother…
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- CONSTITUTION
What are the constitutional requirements to become president of the United States?
There are only a very few requirements with regard to who can become president of the United States. The link below shows a copy of the relevant passages. 1. A person must be at least 35 years of…
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- ESSAY LAB
Discuss the salient features of an essay.
An essay must have the following main features: 1. An introduction. In an introduction, you give the reader an idea of what your essay will be about. You should have a thesis statement that does…
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- THE NECKLACE
In “The Necklace,” how does the symbolism of the necklace change from something positive to…
In the beginning of the story, the necklace represents everything that Loisel doesn’t have–wealth, elegance, praise, adoration, and luxury. When she sees the necklace for the first time, she has…
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- THE CASK OF AMONTILLADO
In what ways does Montresor display his madness? Is it fair to consider him sadistic?in order to…
There are quite a few supporting factors to Montresor’s madness. First he seeks and tricks Fortunato to follow him in the catacombs in order to bury him alive. He does this because of an insult,…
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- EVERYDAY USE
What are some similarities between “Everyday Use” by Alice Walker and “The Necklace” by Guy de…
Similarities: 1. Both stories feature women who are unhappy with their lot in life (socially and economically), and who are rather disappointed in some aspect of their family (Dee with Mama and…
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- THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
How did Portia address herself to Shylock? Did her praise of mercy have any effect on the Jew?
Portia addressed herself to Shylock as a lawyer and pleaded for him to have mercy on the accused. She was giving him one last chance to show mercy. This way, the audience could not feel sympathy…
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- ROMANTICISM
What inspired poets of romantic era to write poems?
There were several elements that inspired the Romantic thinkers. One such idea was the Enlightenment period which preceded the Romantic one. The former emphasized scientific progress and a sense…
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- BEOWULF
How is Beowulf’s story about the swimming match with Breca different than Unferth’s version of…
Of all of Hrothgar’s men, Unferth is the most mysterious. While everyone else rejoices at Beowulf’s arrival, Unferth tries to discredit him. Jealousy is a terrible thing, and Unferth’s jealousy…
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- MATH
In a period of a year an investor lost twice as much and he gained. If he originally had $10,000…
I’m assuming you were told that he started with $10,000 and ended up with $8,000. In that case, you need to set up the equation like this: 10,000 + (x-2x) = 8,000 10,000 is, of course, what he…
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- HISTORY
What lessons from history can we use to make the right choices regarding the West’s confrontation…
I think that one lesson that can be gained from our own history in regard to the West’s relation to Islam is the idea that we, as a nation, seem to thrive when we seek to understand the “other” as…
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- GAMES AT TWILIGHT
Imagine you are Ravi in “Games at Twilight.” Describe your thoughts at the beginning and end of…
Clearly Ravi, like all the children, are very excited to be finally allowed to go out and play. The idea of a release is clearly communicated by the text, as the children, who have been not allowed…
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- THE HITCHHIKER’S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY
What short story fiction has the Number 42 in it several times and what is the significance?
I’m pretty sure that what you’re referring to is the short, funny, irreverent novel by Douglas Adams called “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy.” The number was chosen by Adams to signify nothing…
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- GENERAL PROLOGUE TO THE CANTERBURY TALES
What are three traits of the Squire in The Canterbury Tales?
The Squire is young, fashionable, and (perhaps most importantly) amorous. The reader knows that the Squire is young because he is described immediately after the famous Knight who “had his son…
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- THE GIVER
What effect did the pills have on Jonas and the other people who took them?In Lois Lowry’s ‘The…
The pills stifled the libido (sex drive), so actually they were a form of chemical castration! In a world of sameness, there was no place for opposites of anything, including the sexes and intense…
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- THE MONKEY’S PAW
What exactly does the horrible squatting thing foreshadow in “The Monkey’s Paw”?
“The Monkey’s Paw” is a creepy short story written by W. W. Jacobs that reminds the reader that sometimes wishes do come true–just not always in the exact way in which you hope them to. A guest in…
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- ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST
In One Flew Over the Cukoo’s Nest, what does Chief see at night?
The narrator of Ken Kesey’s classic One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, Chief Brombden is the all-seeing conscience of the novel. Although he himself is quiet and unassuming despite his giant size, he…
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- LAW AND POLITICS
What do you think about the ACLU?
The ACLU is one of the most reviled institutions in the US, especially among conservatives. For my part, I’m pretty ambivalent about it. On the one hand, the ACLU is committed to fighting for our…
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- TO BUILD A FIRE
Do you think the quote “life passing before his eyes” could be applied to the ending of “To Build…
It certainly could because as the newcomer lies dying from hypothermia, he begins to hallucinate. He sees himself enjoying camp after he’s been rescued. Of course, that is only a dream, and he…
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- ZLATA’S DIARY
Why is the saferoom called the saferoom in “Zlata’s Diary?”
In “Zlata’s Diary,” eleven-year-old Zlata Filipovic’ tells the reader about her day to day life. In Sarajevo, from 1991, through 1993, war was tearing through the country and tearing apart lives….