what rock and roll song has six different uses of figurative languagesongs with figurative language
- DEATH OF A SALESMAN
How do Biff, Happy, and Willy play into the American Dream?Please explain how they playedin the…
I believe that your question is why Linda, Happy and Biff continued to have dreams and hopes of a better life, financial success, and a good life whereas Willy did not. In a way, Willy was a broken…
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- ARTS
what rock and roll song has six different uses of figurative languagesongs with figurative language
One of the artists that I use with my students to find figurative language is Pink Floyd. Specifically the song “Time” uses a variety of metaphors and extended metaphors to make a point. These…
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- JULIUS CAESAR
In Julius Caesar, what kind of list are Antony, Octavius, and Lepidus (the Triumvirate) making at…
They are making a hit list. The three, but mainly Antony and Octavius, discuss who should die and who they will allow to live. They have already had senators put to death, even Cicero. Their…
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- NIGHT
What did the boy mean in “Night” when he said that the soup tasted like corpses?
Because they had just witnessed a horrific execution, the prisoners could not even take satisfaction in meeting their basic needs–such as eating. Elie’s friend feels that they eat at the expense…
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- ONE FLEW OVER THE CUCKOO’S NEST
Describe McMurphy’s underwear. What do you think they symbolize in this story? Explain the…
There are several possible explanations for the black satin underwear that contains a pattern of white whales with red eyes. The most obvious reference is to the white whale in Moby Dick. The white…
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- THE GIFT OF THE MAGI
What is the author’s purpose in writing “The Gift of the Magi” and how effective is he in…
There are many Universal themes at Magi. First, is humbleness, as the couple (who are obviously Victorians) cannot do what the rest of society does when it comes to trying to keep up with the upper…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
How does the point of view of To Kill A Mockingbird affect the way you feel about the characters?…
As ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ was the first real adult novel I read, and that I was an eleven-year-old tomboy just like Scout, I fully identified with the narrator and was fascinated by the double…
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- JULIUS CAESAR
In Act I, Scene 3 of “Julius Caesar,” why does Casca have his sword drawn?
Casca’s been out running around in the storm, which, as he tells Cicero, is one of the scariest things he’s ever encountered: …never till to-night, never till now,Did I go through a tempest…
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- ROALD DAHL
What is in the book Matilda that makes it a favorite in Children’s Literature?What is in the book…
In my opinion, the novel Matilda is a favorite among examples of Children’s Literature because it features a spunky character sporting a phenomenal super power and surpassing powerful odds. We, as…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
In Chapter 12 of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” what is the purpose of the Sunday collection at…
The collection at Calpurnia’s church where she takes Jem and Scout is for Helen, the wife of Tom Robinson. That these poor members of a church without even hymn books would take up a collection…
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- JULIUS CAESAR
What impression does Shakespeare give of the crowd’s character in act 3?
Great question! The crowd is one of the most complex characters in the play – and they change throughout the play. First business, of course, is that they demand right at the start that they’re…
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- BUSINESS
Write a short note on potential sources of stress.
This question is relevant to business relationships both with co-workers, superiors and customers. Stress is a result of outside pressure that builds up within an individual. Very often, in…
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- OEDIPUS REX
In “Oedipus Rex,” why does Oedipus decide to let Creon go to Delphi?Prologue
In Aristotle’s Poetics the tragic hero is defined as of noble stature, possessing virtue. Thus, Oedipus as the hero of the tragedy “Oedipus Rex” is of this admirable character. In his love for…
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- THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM—1963
What happens to Kenny’s dinosaurs when he plays with LJ in The Watsons Go to Birmingham – 1963?
Kenny’s dinosaurs always seem to disappear when he plays with LJ Jones. LJ is conniving and manipulative, and takes advantage of Kenny’s comparative naivete to steal his toys from him. At first,…
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- DEATH OF A SALESMAN
What did Uncle Ben ask Biff to do?
He told Biff, in terms of success, to basically trust himself and nobody else using the phrase: “Never fight fair with a stranger, boy. You’ll never get out of the jungle that way” This is a…
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- BUD, NOT BUDDY
What story did Mr. Lewis give the police to explain Bud’s suitcase in the back seat in Bud, Not…
Mr. Lewis tells the policeman that the suitcase in the backseat belongs to Bud. He says that Bud “was visiting here in Flint and (he is) taking him home to Grand Rapids”. The story Mr. Lewis tells…
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- LAW AND POLITICS
In 10 years can the mother come back and ask for a paternity test and back child support? This…
In no state will you find a law requiring back child support if the identity of the biological father has not yet been legally established. While, if the child was still under 18 years of age, the…
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- THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
How is satire evident in The Importance of Being Earnest?
It is mostly evident in the manner in which every Victorian “polite society” value and members of such highly-idolized group are mocked by being portrayed at their most exhuberant, excessive,…
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- INHERIT THE WIND
“He that troubeth his own house…shall inherit the wind.” What does this mean and how does it…
The title “Inherit the Wind” is an allusion to the Book of Proverbs 11:29 , “He that troubleth his own house shall inherit the wind: and the fool shall be servant to the wise of heart.” The…
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- ACROSS FIVE APRILS
What did John write in a letter to Nancy in Chapter 11 of Across Five Aprils?
Three of John’s letters are actually recounted in Chapter 11. In the first, which arrives sometime during the fall or early winter of 1863, John tells about the infamous Battle of Chickamauga and…
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- BRAVE NEW WORLD
One of the topic in Brave new world is cloning. Do you thing this is a danger or a chance for our…
I’m not sure. Like most science, it will be what we make it. What I don’t see is the reason for human cloing (which I presume is what we are discussing). We are reproducing at a satisfactory…
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- DEATH OF A SALESMAN
What are Willy Loman’s ambitions and why is he unsuccessful in life?
Willy Loman, like many others after the Great Depression, bought into the New Deal and the American Dream that said anyone who works well will prosper. What Willy fails to see was the role of…
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- THE GIVER
What does Jonas dream about in Chapter 10?
Chapter 10 is where Jonas first meets the Giver and begins his training as the Receiver of Memories. He does not dream in this chapter, however, the dream you may be referring to is the sexual…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
In Fahrenheit 451 the past culture was eradicated. Why do you think culture and history is so…
There are many reasons culture and history are so important, and your question can be answered generally or within the context of the novel. Imagine that you, as part of a group, are elected to…
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- THE RED BADGE OF COURAGE
What is the one important decison Henry makes for himself?Is it when he runs or when he chooses…
Above all else, Henry determines to make good the second chance he receives after “skedaddling” from the fight following the renewed Confederate charge. After running away when the Union lines…
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- THE COLOR OF WATER
What is a reason for Ruth’s children’s success in “The Color of Water”?
One major factor in the success of Ruth’s children was education. McBride makes many references to this in the book. For example, he says she was “forcing us into college through sheer willpower”…
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- THE ROCKING-HORSE WINNER
How is the symbolism of the whispers in “The Rocking Horse Winner” such an essential part of the…
The whispers in the house, and the constant murmuring symbolizes greed and materialism’s insatiable appetite, and how gaining love through money doesn’t work. Note how even after Paul wins his…
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- OTHELLO
After Othello has his angry outburst toward Desdemona and leaves, what does Desdemona decide to do?
Ironically enough, she decides to “pester” Othello even more about restoring his friendship with and trust in Cassio. Of course, she does not realize that Othello suspects her of having an affair…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
What examples of dramatic irony can we find in To Kill A Mockingbird and what are their…
Dramatic irony, of course, is when the reader knows something that the character does not know. There are numerous examples of dramatic irony in To Kill a Mockingbird, but let me get you started…
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- BRAVE NEW WORLD
In Brave New World what point does Aldous Huxley make about human nature and the nature of human…
There are many possible points that Huxley makes about human nature. In Brave New World, there is a community of happy, entertained, peaceful and productive individuals that functions without war…
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- HAMLET
To be, or not to be… Act3, Sc1Act 3, Sc 1, Approx L56 (edition?) In this soliloquy, do you…
In his famous soliloquy, of Act III, Scene 1 of “Hamlet,” the Prince of Denamark examines the quintessential question of what is life and of what value life is. In fact, he has debated several…
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- FAHRENHEIT 451
In “Fahrenheit 451” what do you think about the three things that Faber mention in comparison…
I’m not exactly sure what the question is asking, but I’ll give it a go. I’m assuming the question is asking do you think that these three qualities of books are missing or lacking in our society…
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- PARROT IN THE OVEN
Why was Manny happy to be home in Parrot in the Oven?What experiences did he learn from?
Manny has come to the realization of whom he is, and what is important in his life. While chasing after Eddie, the gang member who has just snatched a lady’s purse, he experiences an epiphany….
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- THE GIFT OF THE MAGI
Discuss O. Henry’s narrative style in his short story “The Gift Of the Magi.”
The narrative style in The Gift of the Magi is third person, limited omniscient. The story seems to follow only Delia, giving us a detailed view of what she is thinking and doing, but the reader…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
In “To Kill a Mockingbird”, what are the reactions of Miss Maudie and the other ladies when Scout…
In the beginning of chapter 24, Scout is invited to be a part of Aunt Alexandra’s “missionary circle” where the women gather to gossip and have tea and cookies. For this occasion, Scout has…
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- ARMS AND THE MAN
A full summary of Arms and the Man.
Arms and the Man is an anti-war play by George Bernard Shaw. It is one of his first plays, and the title is taken from the first line of Virgil’s epic poem the Aeneid (“Arms, and the man I…
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- HISTORY
Compare and contrast 1910-1920.
Technically, there’s no comparison between the 1910’s and the 1920’s. The United States in the 1910’s was basically a slower, more down-to-earth society that clung to good old-fashioned ideals….
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- THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
How closely does The Importance of Being Earnest resemble a comedy of manners?
A “comedy of manners” is defined as: “A comedy concerned with the social actions and behavior of members of a highly sophisticated, upper-class society. Low-class characters are normally…
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- HISTORY
What enabled the Allies to win the Battle of the Atlantic?
The Battle of the Atlantic occurred between German U-Boats (submarines) and the surface American and British Fleets. Between 1941, when the US entered the Second World War, and early 1943, the…
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- ESSAY LAB
I need help writing a reflective essay in a standard five-paragraph structure.about a person you…
Before you get started with your writing, you will have to think about the person you will write about. Who has challenged your ideas or behavior and made you change in an important way? This…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
What advantages did the author have, moving from an adult POV to a child POV? Why didn’t she just…
Largely, this shift in point of view helps create elements of humor that lighten the otherwise dark subject matter of the book. Beyond that, the shifts between adult and child perspectives serve…
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- THE ROAD NOT TAKEN
What is the meaning of the poem, “The Road Not Taken”?
The central idea in the poem is that life is full of decisions that you can’t undo, so choose wisely. The roads we choose to take are equally as important as the roads we overlook. Mixed criticism…
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- THE DEAD
Discuss the themes of frustration and desire in “The Dead.”
The themes of frustration and desire are most clearly seen in Gabriel’s wife’s memory of her love for Michael Furey, that seems to be so intense and strong, and stands in such contrast with their…
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- A SEPARATE PEACE
A Separate Peace: After the overnight trip to the beach, what does Gene decide Finny is trying to…
After the trip to the beach, Gene flunks a test because he spent his study time at the beach instead of in his room. When he and Finny talk about how much Gene studies, Gene begins to suspect that…
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- ELLA ENCHANTED
Why was Ella’s father pleased the day he showed her the porcelain castle?
We are never told precisely why Ella’s father is in such a jovial mood. He does seem proud of his new treasure, and feels he may be able to get a good price for it. He is also toying with the…
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- A SEPARATE PEACE
List at least three factors that explain the change in mood at Devon between the summer and fall…
The summer session at Devon embodies the last days of freedom the boys have before the War hits home in a hard way. During the summer, the teachers are intentionally lax on the discipline of the…
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- BRIDGE TO TERABITHIA
Is Ellie or Brenda older in Bridge to Terabithia?
Interestingly enough, I do not believe it is ever stated directly in the book which sister is older, but I think it is clear that Ellie is older than Brenda. The two, who both attend “the…
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- THE CRUCIBLE
In “The Crucible”, how does Miller characterize Parris? How does Parris feel about parishoners?
In “The Crucible”, Arthur Miller characterizes Reverend Parris as a man who is more concerned with his own reputation than anything else. His daughter is seemingly bewitched, yet all he seems…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Does Calpurnia adhere to any stereotypes about blacks? If so, does Lee intend to subvert or call…
Only at one point do we see Calpurnia as a “stereotypical” black woman in this novel. That is when she takes the children to her church, First Purchase. Lula confronts her about bringing “white…
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- REFERENCE
Socialism related to land and labor in America today?socialism in america today
This is a challenging question on many levels. The first approach to take is to describe socialism’s connection to land and labor. Essentially, socialism suggests that land and labor, elements…
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