What is the plot for “All Quiet on the Western Front”?
- ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT
What is the plot for “All Quiet on the Western Front”?
This novel is the story of Paul Baumer, a 19 year old German boy, living during WWI. Paul is fresh out of school, and he and his friends decide to volunteer for the army. They believe the slogans…
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- HISTORY
Bernard Mongomery who led the british army into war on 30th August 1942, was he a hero or a…
In the desert campaign of North Africa in the early stages of the war, the British had been struggling against the enigmatic German commander Rommel, ‘The Desert Fox.’ Faced with the possible loss…
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- JULIUS CAESAR
In Act II of Julius Caesar, does Brutus’s soliloquy reveal his true feelings about Caesar,…
The speech you mention is when Brutus is rationalizing to himself the reasons for committing the assassination of Caesar. He is revealing that he fears the power that Caesar could potentially…
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- THE GREAT GATSBY
What is the turning point in The Great Gatsby?
The turning point in “The Great Gatsby” occurs in chapter seven when Nick, Tom, Daisy, Jordan, and Gatsby decide to go to the Biltmore (a hotel in New York City) to have drinks on a very hot…
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- THE SNIPER
What do you think happens to the sniper after he recognizes he shot his brother?How does he move…
We see the emotions of guilt and remorse the sniper feels when he kills the old woman and the soldier in the street below his rooftop perch and again when the kills the sniper on the rooftop across…
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- MISS BRILL
What details can you infer about Miss Brill from the quote “She had become really quite…
The full passage is as follows: She had become really quite expert, she thought, at listening as though she didn’t listen, at sitting in other people’s lives just for a minute while they talked…
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- THE DIARY OF ANNE FRANK
What are Anne Frank’s qualities, and how are each of them shown through the events in The Diary…
Anne was a popular and outgoing girl before the family went into hiding. Her behavior in the secret annex reflects her natural tendency to be inquisitive. Her questions sometimes drive Mr. van Daan…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
In “Lord of the Flies”, what does Jack say he will do if there is a beastie?
Jack has just discovered “the hunt” and is about obsessed with it. So if there is a beast (which he doesn’t really believe at this time), he will hunt it. Piggy knows scientifically that it’s not…
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- THE GILDED SIX-BITS
What seems to be the author’s purpose for writing “The Gilded Six-Bits”?
This story was written by Ms. Hurston in 1933. During this time she was going through a rough patch with her husband who she later divorced. She had three marriages over all. One of the reasons…
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- THE OUTSIDERS
What does Ponyboy realize about his relationship with Sodapop in “The Outsiders”?
Ponyboy doesn’t get along with his oldest brother Darrell. He and Darry argue about rules and priorities. Darry wants Ponyboy to think more concretely, to plan all his days, to get good grades…
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- NECTAR IN A SIEVE
In Nectar in a Sieve, what activity does Rukmani first turn to in order to make money in the…
The first thing Rukmani does in an attempt to make money in the city is to set herself up as a reader of letters. In most villages, where the majority of the population cannot read, there is…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
Does the scaffold symbolically represent good (repentence) or evil (public humiliation) in “The…
A case, as usual, can be made for both sides, but overall the novel suggests that the scaffold is a positive place. Let’s start at the end, and work backward. Dimmesdale suffers throughout the…
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- MACBETH
In Macbeth, Lady Macbeth has a signal to alert Macbeth when the deed is done. Explain that signal.
In Act II, scene 1, Lady Macbeth rings a bell when she has gotten the grooms drunk enough to pass out. This is the signal for Macbeth to come and murder Duncan.
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- A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
What props are the actors (Snug, Bottom, Quince, etc.) worried about?
In Act III, i, the craftsmen meet to discuss the details of the play they wish to perform. In the discussion there are a few issues that are brought to light. Firstly, they are concerned with the…
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- LITERATURE
What were the four main features of an Elizabethean tragedy?
A tragedy, most simply, is the story of a character’s downfall through his own mistake. However, in classical tradition, there were several components to an effective tragedy. 1 – The main…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
Does each character receive appropriate punishment for his or her sins in “The Scarlet Letter”?In…
One of the main points of Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “The Scarlet Letter” is the sanctimony of the Puritans and its resulting cruelty. For, it is a well known fact that Hawthorne suffered from guilt…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
Why did Golding include Piggy in the novel Lord of the Flies and why is he necessary to the plot?
Piggy is heavyset and clumsy, literally resembling a pig. Loyal to Ralph, Piggy is either victimized or scorned by Jack and the hunters. Piggy’s glasses are the tool that Ralph uses to light the…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
The name “Hester” means “star”. What is the significance of this name?support with quotes
Stars are fiery orbs filled with heat and light. They are beautiful to behold in the night sky. Hester’s name suggests her beauty and her passionate nature. Hawthorne establishes Hester’s beauty…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
What does this event reveal about the society that now exists on the island in “Lord of the…
Piggy, with his reading glasses and his concern about rules and regulations, represents civilization. He represents a system of law and order. When Jack gets overwhelmed with anger and punches…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
In “Lord of the Flies”, how does Roger’s society shape the way he behaves? (Refer to the quote…
Roger’s society shaped the way he behaves because he’d learned that if he didn’t behave properly, he’d be punished. He’d learned, probably from experience, that if he acted out the way he wanted…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
Why does Hawthorne include Mistress Hibbins in The Scarlet Letter? Mistress Hibbins is described…
Mistress Hibbins was an actual historical figure, a woman convicted and hung of being a witch. Hawthorne includes her for two reasons. One, as the sister of the governor, she helps to demonstrate…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
In Lord of the Flies, what is the author saying about the society from which Maurice came? (refer…
Essentially, Golding is using Maurice as an example of what will happen to children (and, in turn, the human race) if there are no rules or guidelines to direct our actions. In this scene, Maurice…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
Does Hester find peace through her scarlet letter?In Chapter 17, Dimmesdale asks Hester if she…
I think Hawthorne does want the reader to know that Hester has found a sense of peace through her punishment. The letter has forced her to be independent and to think for herself. With her sin…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
According to Hawthorne and “The Scarlet Letter”, is it possible that a person can truly repent…
Absolutely, repenting and redemption are highly praised by Hawthorne. Dimmesdale is the best example of this. He suffers throughout the whole story, getting weaker and weaker because his guilt is…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
Who is the main character in the novel? In other words, whose story is this?Be sure to consider…
While the seemingly obvious answer is Hester Prynne, as you so aptly have put, one must consider who is involved primarily in the climax and whose secret sin is the worst. So, it is both Reverend…
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- THE GREAT GATSBY
What are the most famous/important quotations from The Great Gatsby?
Many passages in the novel stand out as being important, and many passages from the novel are often quoted. Here is one passage from the introduction to the novel that is especially significant:…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
How does Piggy die in Lord of the Flies?
Roger released a rock from above that flew down from the cliff above and hit Piggy, knocking him down. He fell forty feet and landed (dead) on his back down by the water. Then the water washed in…
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- SOCIAL SCIENCES
What is the differences between moral and value?from the psycological perspective
Even though this question clarified that this was to be from a psychological perspective, it is important to note that different psychological thought may still vary on the distinction between the…
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- BLACK LIKE ME
About the story, did he suffer the actual hardships of black man? What did he learn about mankind…
John Howard Griffin did indeed experience the hardships of being black in Black Like Me. For one, he experienced how difficult it was to find what most of us take for granted: a bathroom. He also…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
In the opening scene, why are books compared to birds?In the opening scene, why are books…
Well, there could be numerous interpretations of Bradbury’s intent here, but I think one reason for using bird metaphors to describe books is the idea of the freedom that is symbolized by flight….
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- MATH
If y-3=7 and x+3y=6 then x=?Show your work.
I can’t answer x+3y=6 right now. I have two variables (x and Y) so I’m stuck. So, I turn to my other equation. y-3=7. If I add three to each side of the equation, I get y=10. Now that I know…
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- THE CRAZY HORSE ELECTRIC GAME
Who is Lacey in The Crazy Horse Electric Game?
Lacey Casteel is a devil and a hero. He knows he is the one. He is hoping to be the other. Lacey is a bus driver in Oakland, California, who moonlights by handling the business of a prostitute or…
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- THE TEMPEST
In what ways is Prospero considered a “Renaissance Man” in The Tempest?
The term “Renaissance Man” connotes the concept of an individual knowledgeable in many different areas of study. It refers to a time starting around the 1400’s when Italy began to be the dominant…
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- FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON
In Flowers for Algernon, what is Charlie’s relationship with his family after his operation…
Before the operation, Charlie was more a victim to his family than in any sort of “relationship.” He was more of someone who had to be dealt with versus someone who could hold conversations and…
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- THE CALL OF THE WILD
What was Buck’s life like with Judge Miller?
In Santa Clara Valley, California Judge Miller has a huge home and a great deal of property. He also owns a beautiful dog named Buck. Buck is the king of this property and can roam as he pleases….
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- THE TRUE CONFESSIONS OF CHARLOTTE DOYLE
Who killed Mr. Hollybrass and why?
It was Captain Jaggery who killed Mr. Hollybrass, his first mate and most loyal crew member, over an argument concerning sailing through a storm. When the hurricane was about to hit, Charlotte…
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- THE SCARLET LETTER
The idea of forgiveness comes up throughout The Scarlet Letter. What does Hawthorne seem to be…
The lesson about forgiveness is best seen in the life of Roger Chillingworth. When he learns of Hester’s adultery, he chooses to devote his life to revenge. His wrath becomes obsession as he spends…
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- LITTLE WOMEN
What is the climax of the novel “Little Women”?
The climax of Little Women is more than likely the moment when Laurie proposes marriage to Jo, and still after all the vicissitudes that Jo went through found the courage to decline the marriage…
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- JULIUS CAESAR
In Julius Caesar, how are Marullus and Flavius characterized?
Flavius and Marullus are two Roman tribunes who appear in the first scene of the play. Their characters are similar in that both men have remained loyal to Pompey in his defeat and detest that the…
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- WHERE ARE YOU GOING, WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?
How/Why are the protagonist and the antagonist are in conflict with other?Connie is the…
Answering the last part first, Connie is definitely in conflict with herself-as are most 15 year olds. She doesn’t know exactly what she wants and is torn between what she feels she should be and…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
What did Miss Maudie think of the Radleys in To Kill a Mockingbird?
Miss Maudie felt nothing but compassion for Arthur Radley, but she felt genuine contempt for his father. She thought Old Mr. Radley was judgmental and unforgiving, the result of his zealous and…
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- HISTORY
In terms of employment, basic human needs, education, living conditions, what was life like in…
I can generally summarize the conditions over time in the Soviet Union, although they did vary to a great degree depending on the time and the crises involved. Because this was a communist country…
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- EMILY DICKINSON
From the poem “Will There Really Be a ‘Morning’?” by Emily Dickinson, why might she have…
Emily Dickinson has a very distinct style of writing, and unusual capitalization is just one of the facets of that style. The reason that she probably chose to capitalize certain words was to give…
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- ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT
What does Himmelstoss do to try to make up to Paul and his friends in All Quiet on the Western…
In order to try to make up to Paul and his friends, Himmelstoss grants them special privileges when he takes the place of the sergeant-cook, who has gone away on leave. Himmelstoss treats the men…
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- DANDELION WINE
What does dandelion wine symbolize to Douglas and his family?be specific
On the surface, the bottles of dandelion wine represent the summer, & the youthfulness/celebration of life that are associated with that time of year. Each bottle becomes a symbol of the…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
Why aren’t we interested in real conversation and deep feelings?Why aren’t we interested in real…
I’m not sure if your question is asking about the characters of “Fahrenheit 451” or about people in society today. In the book, the people aren’t interested in real conversations and deep feelings…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
Why are books essential to survival for a society and for individuals?Why are books essential to…
Look at the reason for book burnings and you can find the reason why books are essential. Book burnings that have taken place in the past have been because the burners did not want people exposed…
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- HISTORY
Discuss the conditions of women marginalized during the early 20th century america.i have to…
I can feel your frustration, since I am always looking for sources. I am surprised that you did not find anything in jstor. I would suggest that you do different key word searches. Also look up…
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- BEOWULF
In Beowulf, how long does it take Beowulf to reach the bottom of the lake before the fight with…
The exact amount of time is not specificed: He leaped into the lake, would not wait for anyone’s Answer; the heaving water covered him Over. For hours he sank through the waves; At last he…
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- A VALEDICTION: FORBIDDING MOURNING
Please explain the poem, “A Valediction”.
This is probably the best poem for “absence makes the heart grow fonder.” The speaker of the poem is trying to “forbid” his lover from “mourning” the brief separation that is about to occur. He…