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August 25, 2018 Educator

LYDDIE

What is the summary of Lyddie Chapter 13?

Lyddie focuses on her work and does not want to join any labor movements, and then she gets injured on the job. Lyddie does not want to join the movements for factory workers’ rights. She is…

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HAMLET

In Shakespeare’s play Hamlet, if there was to be one poetic device in the soliloquy “To Be Or Not…

Hamlet’s “To be or not to be” soliloquy overflows with metaphors that have made it one of the most famous soliloquies in English literature. Hamlet uses such rich imagery to describe his state of…

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ROMEO AND JULIET

How is Juliet’s meeting with Paris in Friar Lawrence’s cell an example of dramatic irony?

Dramatic irony in a literary work occurs when the reader or audience is aware of something that at least one of the characters in a scene does not know. Dramatic irony is a key element throughout…

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THANK YOU, M’AM

In “Thank You M’am,” what does one of the characters want?

I think you are wondering what Roger wanted to buy when he tried to steal Mrs. Jones’ purse at the beginning of the story. Like many young people, Roger wanted the newest, coolest thing—a pair…

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LE MORTE D’ARTHUR

What is King Arthur’s flaw and how does it affect him?

According to Aristotle’s definition, a tragic hero is a noble figure whose desire to do good is affected negatively by their tragic flaw. This tragic flaw can bring about the hero’s downfall. In…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

What does Piggy do after the meeting breaks up in Lord of the Flies?

In chapter 5 Ralph calls a meeting to emphasize the importance of keeping the signal fire lit at all times so they don’t miss another chance at being rescued. At the same time, he tries to deal…

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JANE EYRE

Is Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre a feminist novel?

Feminism advocates that social, political, and all other rights should be equal between men and women. Bronte’s Jane Eyre discusses many of the struggles and prejudices that nineteenth century…

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LE MORTE D’ARTHUR

How does Mordred divert from the code of chivalry?

The chivalric code dates from the Dark Ages of Britain, and was recorded in writing in the eighth century AD. Because this code was in use during the time of the Emperor Charlemagne, it is known as…

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TO THE VIRGINS, TO MAKE MUCH OF TIME

What is the theme of the poem “To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time,” by Robert Herrick?

The theme of “To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time,” is that young women should make the best of their beauty and passion while they are young because once they are past their prime, no one is…

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HISTORY

What are some examples of cultural diffusion in technology?

Cultural diffusion of technology is a constant theme in the history of the world. As different cultures meet, through trade or conquest, they almost automatically are interested in sharing their…

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TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD

In Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird, why doesn’t Jem want anything to do with Scout at school?

Jem is older than Scout, and he has had several years of school experience by the time she starts the first grade. Jem takes Scout to school on the first day, but gives her strict instructions….

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THE LOTTERY

In “The Lottery” what is ironic about the different village functions that Mr. Summers conducts?

Mr. Summers runs all town functions, including the lottery. Irony is when something happens differently than you expect it. In this case, we do not know what the lottery is until the end of the…

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JANE EYRE

Is Jane Eyre a feminist novel?

Yes, Jane Eyre is a feminist novel. From its first reception, when Jane’s passionate nature was criticized, up until today, people have understood Jane as a heroine fighting for her freedom within…

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THE GREAT GATSBY

Is Daisy as great as Gatsby thinks she is?

Daisy is not as great as Gatsby thinks she is. First, he has inflated her in his mind to such mythic proportions that no real woman could possibly live up to his expectations. Nick notes this on…

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NARRATIVE OF THE LIFE OF FREDERICK DOUGLASS, AN AMERICAN SLAVE

What are examples of ethos, logos, and pathos in Chapter 11 of The Life of Frederick Douglass?

Frederick Douglass uses all three modes of appeal in the first several paragraphs of Chapter XI of his Narrative. He first appeals to logos–or logic–in the first paragraph when giving his…

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NIGHT

In Night by Elie Wiesel, what happens after Wiesel’s father stays behind at the camp?

When author Elie Wiesel is forced to leave his father behind in Buna after Mr. Wiesel had been selected for extermination, Elie worries all day long while at work. He does not know if he will go…

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ROMEO AND JULIET

How does Romeo’s motivation change when Mercutio is killed?

When Mercutio is killed, Romeo, who has just married Juliet, is motivated by revenge. He had refused to fight Tybalt, telling him that he had reasons unknown to Tybalt to “love” him. He is…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

In Lord of the Flies, what is the connection between the pig’s head and the beast?

The first discussion of a “beast” in Lord of the Flies is from chapter 5. This beast represents the children’s fear–fear that comes from nightmares, from being separated from their homes and…

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SOJOURNER TRUTH

How would you compare and contrast the poems “Ain’t I A Woman?” by Sojourner Truth, and “Let…

Both Sojourner Truth’s “Ain’t I A Woman?” and Langston Hughes’s “Let America Be America Again” discuss the oppression of specific marginalized groups and beg for freedom. One difference between the…

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THE FIRST SEVEN YEARS

What hope does Feld hold for his daughter Miriam and the college boy Max ?

Feld hopes that Max and Miriam will date and eventually get married. In the story, Feld despairs that Miriam has no desire to further her education. He doesn’t approve of his daughter working in an…

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THE CHASER

Why does the old man begin by referring to the “spot remover”–its cost, and the need one might…

The old man in the story is in a criminal business and has to keep a low profile. This explains why he has such a nondescript and out-of-the-way establishment and why customers can only come to him…

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THE LOVELY BONES

In The Lovely Bones, what is George Harvey thinking and why might he pursue those actions?

In Alice Sebold’s novel The Lovely Bones, the character George Harvey is the antagonist in the story. He is a 36-year-old sexual predator, a serial killer, and a rapist. He has raped and murdered…

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HISTORY

Discuss the characteristics of the Spartan economy.

The Spartans enjoyed the luxuries of a very strong economy for many years. The Spartan economy was based on agriculture and domination of its neighbors. Spartans depended on the conquered peasants…

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THE USE OF FORCE

What is the major conflict in “The Use of Force”? What causes it? How is it resolved?

“The Use of Force” by William Carlos Williams is a short story about a doctor paying a house call to a poor rural family. Their daughter is ill and although the doctor’s modest fee is difficult for…

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REFERENCE

Discuss your experiences with technology and how comfortable you are using technology both…

This is personal question, and an answer must be drawn from your personal experiences with technology and examples from your own life. To help you out, let’s think about the pervasiveness of…

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LORD OF THE FLIES

In Lord of the Flies, what do the little kids really like about the conch?

The youngest children stranded on the island in Lord of the Flies are called little ‘uns. We first meet them when Ralph uses the conch to call an assembly. Ralph blows with all his might into the…

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SCIENCE

Which biomes are found in Sweden?

Sweden’s most dominant biome is the boreal forest or taiga. Taigas are defined by the dominant plant type which is the coniferous tree. This includes spruces and pine trees. Much of the taiga is…

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A ROSE FOR EMILY

Analyze how Faulkner chooses to structure the text. How does the way he begins and ends the story…

The disjointed, non-linear way “A Rose for Emily” is written is intentional, suggesting the way the past and present can co-exist. By moving forward and backward through the decades and…

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MATH

On the curve included: f(x)= 10 – 3x – x2 (x squared) how do I find points a, b and c? Thanks 1 image

We are given the graph of the function f(x)=−x2−3x+10f(x)=-x2-3x+10 and we are asked to find the points a,b, and c as indicated on the graph. Note that a and b are the x-intercepts, while c is the…

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HISTORY

How did yellow journalism impact America and make it join the war?

Although you do not specify which war you are talking about, I assume that your question has to do with the Spanish-American War. That war is the only war where yellow journalism is cited as a…

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PERCY JACKSON AND THE OLYMPIANS: THE LIGHTNING THIEF

What is a theme that connects the myth of Cronus and Rick Riordan’s The Lighting Thief?

One of the central themes in Rick Riordan’s The Lightning Thief concerns the underestimation of one’s values and strength. Just like Percy’s abilities were underestimated, especially at the…

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HISTORY

How would you describe the successes and failures of the progressive era? What were some of the…

In looking at the Progressive Era, there were many successes and a few failures. The successes centered on dealing with many of the problems that existed in our society. One success of the…

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THE GIVER

What are the rights that will be granted to all the citizens in Lois Lowry’s The Giver?

The community in The Giver is set up so that everyone receives the same benefits of living in a safe and peaceful environment. As long as each person does the job assigned to him or her, then each…

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CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY

How is Willy Wonka the anti-hero in Tim Burton’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory?

An antihero, according to the Merriam Webster dictionary, is defined as “a protagonist or notable figure who is conspicuously lacking in heroic qualities.” In Tim Burton’s Charlie and the Chocolate…

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THE CRUCIBLE

In The Crucible, why does Ann Putnam dislike Rebecca Nurse? What are the two families constantly…

Mrs. Putnam has lost seven of her eight children within the first day of their births. Miller describes her as “a twisted soul of forty-five, a death-ridden woman, haunted by dreams.” She is…

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LITERATURE

Do we always put conjunctions after a comma? If not, can you give me an exception?

There are a number of reasons to use commas in writing, and some of them do not involve using a conjunction afterward. The instances in which we do use a conjunction include sentences composed of…

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OF MICE AND MEN

Do you think George will be happy without Lennie and will he still go for his dream?

George and Lennie had their dream of owning their own little farm and being independent. But George also had another dream which he was candid enough to describe to Lennie. He does this at…

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SCIENCE

What is the average speed of a cross country runner running 50 km in 25 minutes?

For a cross country runner, as for any other physical body, the instantaneous speed may vary over time. He may slow sometimes and accelerate at other times. It is difficult to measure the…

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SCIENCE

What factors influence the size of a wave?

A number of factors affect the size of waves. These include wind speed, duration, water depth, distance of wind travel over open water or fetch, direction of tide, speed of tide, etc. Higher wind…

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THE ADVENTURES OF HUCKLEBERRY FINN

Why is Huck’s apology to Jim so significant in The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn?

Huck’s apology to Jim is very significant because with this act, Huck acknowledges an equality between him and Jim; he begins to perceive Jim as fully a human being about whom he has genuine…

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HISTORY

I’m a history student, currently writing a long paper about Treaty of Neuilly and having trouble…

When searching on the internet for historical sources, it is important to make sure that you are using the correct search terms. When using a search engine, you can put your search term in…

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STOPPING BY WOODS ON A SNOWY EVENING

What do you suppose is the theme of “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”? The speaker is forced…

One of the central themes of this poem is that every person is, at some point, torn between what they want and what others expect from them. The speaker of the poem is clearly someone with…

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SCIENCE

What is a Keggin Unit?

A Keggin unit (also known as a Keggin structure) is the naturally occurring form of various oxo-metallic acids. The acids in question are not simple acids like HCl or HBr, but complex chemical…

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HOW MUCH LAND DOES A MAN NEED?

What measure do the Bashkirs use to sell their land in Leo Tolstoy’s story “How Much Land Does a…

By Chapter 6 of Leo Tolstoy’s “How Much Land Does a Man Need?,” we learn from the Chief of the Bashkirs that the tribe sells their land at the price of “one thousand roubles a day.” The Chief…

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SCIENCE

Would you expect the salinity of the ocean to be higher or lower near the mouth of a river where…

The salinity of the of the water located near a rainy region of the mouth of a river would be expected to be lower than the rest of the ocean. Salinity is a measurement of all the salts in a…

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THINGS FALL APART

What causes Okonkwo to view himself as weak and womanly in Things Fall Apart?

In Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart, the warrior Okonkwo considers any kind of failure or shortcoming as a weak or womanly. He is a man driven by a crippling fear of being viewed as weak or…

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THERE WILL COME SOFT RAINS

What evidence does the author give the reader that a nuclear explosion happened before the…

There are two sections in Ray Bradbury’s short story “There Will Come Soft Rains” where the writer indicates the city surrounding the house has been destroyed in a nuclear blast. The first two…

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PATTERNS

How does the lady feel about her dress? How does the dress contrast with nature around the lady?…

In Amy Lowell’s poem “Patterns,” there is a strong contrast between the freedom of the natural world and the constraints of society. This contrast is most strongly demonstrated by comparing the…