What is a juxtaposition in A Christmas Carol?

August 22, 2018 Educator

THE STORY OF MY LIFE

In The Story of My Life by Helen Keller, why does Helen compare herself to a ship in a dense fog?

That passage is very powerful because she is saying that she was quite close to her destiny without being able to know it, just as a ship might be close to land without being able to see it. Her…

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A CHRISTMAS CAROL

What does Old Joe buy from the charwoman in A Christmas Carol?

The charwoman sold Old Joe Scrooge’s bedcurtains, blankets, and the shirt he was supposed to be buried in. When the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come shows Scrooge his future, one of the visions he…

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JANE EYRE

What Gothic elements are used in Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë?

Several Gothic elements are used in Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë. In many ways, the novel belongs to the Gothic genre. The first, and most obvious, is the setting, a remote manor filled with…

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MISS BRILL

What is the high point in the story?

“Miss Brill” is a great story with a sad and depressing climax (high point). Miss Brill begins the story as a woman who goes out into the park near her home. While at the park, she uses her…

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THE TELL-TALE HEART

Why do you think the narrator begins the story by telling us he is not mad?

The narrator of “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allan Poe is, as we discover as we read through the narrative, clearly insane by our standards. He also has an obsession with convincing us of his…

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SNOW CRASH

Is there significance in how Neal Stephenson compares religion, language and civilization to a…

The significance of the viral analogy is twofold. On the one hand, it can be taken as an indictment of religions, how they operate and spread their teachings, and how they relate to society as a…

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THE MYSTERIES OF PITTSBURGH

In Michael Chabon’s novel, The Mysteries of Pittsburgh, it can be said that the story could…

When speaking about Pittsburg in Michael Chabon’s novel The Mysteries of Pittsburgh, one is speaking specifically about setting of place. Even though the story “could” be set anywhere, there…

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SCIENCE

Identify mixture X / sodium salt: Mixture X consists of a carboxylic acid and a neutral compound…

There is not enough information to identify mixture X. Since they tell us that the carboxylic acid is benzoic acid then it could suggest that the other component in the mixture is a benzene…

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SCIENCE

What are the advantages of friction?

Friction is a force that opposes motion and yet it’s necessary for some types of motion. When you walk, your foot pushes back on the floor and the floor pushes your foot forward. Friction is the…

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SCIENCE

What is the difference between “potential difference” and “electromotive force” in a cell?

Potential difference is a value you measure between two points in a conductor. It is the cause of a current flowing in your circuit. Suppose you have a resistance with current passing…

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SCIENCE

Can fermentation and reproduction occur at the same time?

Yes, fermentation (I assume that you mean lactic acid fermentation) and reproduction can occur at the same time. A cell will go through the process of cellular respiration in order to produce ATP…

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HEALTH

What are the diagnostic disadvantages of losing the ability to have gram stain results from…

Gram staining is typically performed when a bacterial infection is suspected. Smears from collected body fluids (sputum, blood, wound seepage, urine, cerebrospinal fluid, etc.) can be gram stained….

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SCIENCE

Why is the melting point of a compound reported as a range of temperatures?

To understand why melting points are given as a range of temperatures, it is important to first understand what the melting point of a compound is. The melting point of a solid, as defined by the…

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SCIENCE

Do fish sleep?

The simple answer to this question is, yes, fish do sleep. But, some fish do not sleep, and fish sleep is very different between different fish species and very different from the sleep other…

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HEALTH

How are illnesses cured?

Well, the cure of an illness depends upon the nature of the illness. There are some that can be readily identified as regular illnesses or minor illnesses, and then there are serious illnesses. A…

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REFERENCE

How can I write a final goodbye to Gerry Bertier from Ray’s perspective in Remember the Titans?

I assume your assignment is to compose that letter based on what we know of Ray from the film. If so, here are some points to consider. Ray was Gerry’s best friend and go-to teammate before the…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

What is one important quote from the scene in Lord of the Flies when Ralph becomes chief?

“Let him be the chief with the trumpet-thing.” (Golding 22) In the first chapter of the novel Lord of the Flies, Piggy and Ralph discover a conch shell. Ralph blows the conch and assembles the…

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ELIZABETH BISHOP

Do you think “The Prodigal” by Elizabeth Bishop has a positive ending?

The poem does have a positive ending with the individual suffering from alcoholism trying to make things right. But it took him a long timefinally to make up his mind to go home. The poem by…

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MAHABHARATA, THE

In the Mahabharata, what was Draupadi’s question? Discuss its meaning and implications.

Draupadi’s question and its wide ranging implications goes to the heart of The Mahabharata. Draupadi’s question is a complex one. Yudhisthira has lost everything in the game of dice that…

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THE GREAT GATSBY

What are two symbols that describe the loneliness of the upper class in “The Great Gatsby”?…

When discussing symbolism, it’s important to remember that anything can be a symbol, even people. So when I talk about symbolism in The Great Gatsby, I think it’s important to look at what people…

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HAMLET

I need to create a poster relating to one of the themes in Hamlet. I was thinking of choosing the…

Posters can be a fun and creative way to explore your understanding of a text. As with most creative endeavors, any creative choice can be valid as long as you can justify its use. Here are some…

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MATH

A consumer is willing to trade 3 units of x for 1 unit of y when she has 6 units of x and 5 units…

Hello! 1. Because a consumer is indifferent between bundles (6, 5) and (12, 3), these two points are on the same indifference curve. 2. How much units a consumer will to trade at a point (x, y)…

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ANIMAL FARM

In George Orwell’s Animal Farm, what does the sheep’s chant (Four legs good, two legs bad), as…

Orwell’s construction of the sheep correlates to the government control of the media during Communist rule in Russia. Orwell uses the sheep to display how important it was for those in the…

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THE OUTSIDERS

Discuss the following: “Despite appearances, there is no difference between the Greasers and the…

While I can’t wholeheartedly agree with a statement that claims the Greasers and Socs are completely alike, I do agree that they are alike in many ways. Despite the socioeconomic divide that…

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SCIENCE

Suppose a solution was too concentrated for an accurate reading with the spectrophotometer. The…

M1V1 = M2V2 is the correct equation. Here’s why: You need to find the concentration of the solution before it was diluted. You know that 1.00 ml of this undiluted solution was used to make a…

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SCIENCE

What is the importance of fat in soap? Give the levels of soap, depending on the fat’s level.

The use of fat in the soap-making process is required to produce soap. Simply put, it is one of the integral parts that produce soap. The fat can be animal fat or vegetable fat. Animal fats tend…

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SCIENCE

What do you mean by Nuclear Energy?

Nuclear energy is the energy inherent in the nucleus of an atom. This energy is released when nuclear reactions take place. Two types of nuclear reactions are there: nuclear fusion and nuclear…

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SCIENCE

There are two 1 litre glasses on the table. The first contains 500ml of wine and the second has…

We will use percent concentration to determine the answer. At the beginning, one glass contains 500 ml of 100% wine and the second glass contains 500 ml of 100% vinegar. After the first transfer,…

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MOUNTAINS BEYOND MOUNTAINS: THE QUEST OF DR. PAUL FARMER, A MAN WHO WOULD CURE THE WORLD

Why is it important to Farmer to show both photos in Tracy Kidder’s book Mountains Beyond…

In the context of his examination of the work of Dr. Paul Farmer, a physician who dedicated his life to helping the poor, author Tracy Kidder attempts to illuminate the the internal contradictions…

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WAITING FOR GODOT

In what ways does Pozzo and Lucky’s relationship contribute to the thematic structure of the play…

This pair of characters serve as an excellent reflection of the main pair, Gogo and Didi, in four important respects. First, the pairing itself speaks to Beckett’s idea that our existence answers…

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SCIENCE

How does the structure of DNA enable the molecule to be easily transcribed and why is this…

The building blocks of DNA are the nucleic acids – A, T, C, and G. These are made up of a sugar backbone, a base, and a phosphate group. The DNA is composed of two strands that form what is called…

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THE COP AND THE ANTHEM

What is meant by the line, “The hibernatorial ambitions of Soapy were not of the highest” in “The…

The quotation about Soapy’s “hibernatorial ambitions” refers to his plans for the staying indoors during the winter. These plans are not grandiose; rather, they are quite simple. A homeless man who…

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THE HOBBIT

What’s an example of Bilbo showing compassion for the elves?

In Chapter 9 of The Hobbit Bilbo does show compassion toward the wood-elves in one particular, small way. When he sneaks in to free the dwarves from their cells, he manages to take the keys from…

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HISTORY

Imagine you are the leader of a Western power nation in 1938 (ex: US, Britain, France) … What…

In 1938, the Allies were becoming increasing concerned about the actions of the Axis Powers. Japan invaded Manchuria in 1931. They invaded China in 1937. Germany was building up its military and…

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THE LADY OR THE TIGER?

I have homework for “The Lady or the Tiger” that is about themes. I need to write about a… 1 image

I found the text for you online. I have posted the link below. You can often find text by googling the title, and you will get a pdf file. “The Lady of the Tiger” is a short story about…

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SCIENCE

What is the cleanest water sample: Fish tank water, tap water, rain water, filtered water or…

Cleanest water sample can mean different things to different people. Cleanest can mean fit for drinking, that is water without impurities but with minerals. Cleanest may also mean as clean as…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

Why does Atticus begin by asking Mayella a lot of questions about herself and her family?

Atticus begins to question Mayella about herself and her family in order to “paint a picture” of the Ewells’ home life for the jury. The Ewells are the most despicable, trashy family in all of…

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SCIENCE

How is evaporation different in different liquids? Does it have anything to do with density or…

The rate of evaporation varies for different substances because they have different vapor pressures. Vapor pressure is the pressure exerted by a vapor in equilibrium with its liquid phase. A…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

How does imagery in Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird affect the novel?

The use of imagery in Harper Lee’s “To Kill A Mockingbird” is put to skillful use in capturing the reader’s interest and bringing the book itself to life. Imagery is the descriptive use of words,…

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THE LOTTERY

In the story, “The Lottery,” what is the significance of Tessie’s final scream, “It isn’t fair,…

In “The Lottery,” Tessie argues that the lottery wasn’t fair because her husband wasn’t given a sufficient amount of time in order to select his ticket. This complaint is ironic because it is…

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HISTORY

What result did poverty and unemployment bring to families?

Families are impacted by poverty and unemployment. Without the resources to provide for basic needs, families are forced to make choices. Many times, families choose not to have health insurance or…

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FRINDLE

What are Nick Allen’s favorite music and book in Andrew Clements’ Frindle?

There are no direct references to Nick Allen’s favorite book or music in Andrew Clements’ Findle. However, we certainly do learn that Nick loves both music and reading in general.When Nick first…

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OF MICE AND MEN

In the novel, Of Mice and Men, why isn’t Lennie invited to accompany the other men to Susy’s?

The reasons are obvious. Firstly, Lennie does not have the mental capacity or the emotional maturity to understand the purpose of visiting such a place. Furthermore, because of his poor intellect,…

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THE CAY

What does the rope connect to in The Cay?

Good question! Somewhat mysteriously, we see in Chapter Nine that Timothy insists on making a rope out of the thick vines that are scattered across the island. Phillip helps him, realizing that the…

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REFERENCE

I need help answering this USC short-response: Describe your academic interests and how you plan…

First, do you think that your interests in history or English would lead you to join an academic club on campus or even take on a minor? If so, then that would be an excellent response to discuss…

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HAMLET

How does Hamlet being witty (“a little more than kin, and less than kind…”), scholarly (ability…

The student’s question – how does Hamlet’s wit, intelligence, and contemplative nature make him fascinating despite his indecisiveness – contains within itself the key to its own answer….

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In To Kill a Mockingbird, characterize Mayella Ewell.

Mayella Ewell was the nineteen-year-old daughter of Bob Ewell. Her mother had died many years before. Mayella was in charge of caring for the Ewell home and her younger brothers and sisters. In…