What would some key quotes be during Act IV of The Crucible while John Proctor is confessing?
- THE CRUCIBLE
What would some key quotes be during Act IV of The Crucible while John Proctor is confessing?
One of the key quotes you will have to talk about is when John Proctor says: Because it is my name! Because I cannot have another in my life! Because I lie and sign myself to lies! Because I am…
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- ANIMAL FARM
How successful were the changes implemented on Animal Farm once Jones had been expelled from the…
This depends on whose point of view you take. For the pigs, the changes were wonderfully successful. They moved from just being another animal on the farm to being the leaders/controllers of the…
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- A RAISIN IN THE SUN
What would be the theme of “A Raisin in the Sun” and the poem “Harlem?”
The poem “A Dream Deferred” by American black author Langston Hughes and the Lorraine Hansberry’s play “A Raisin in the Sun” both deal with thwarted dreams and the consequence thereof. Long term…
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- WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
In “Hamlet” broadly describe what solemn resolution Hamlet took when the ghost had vanished, and…
You are referring to Act 1, sc. 5. The ghost of Hamlet’s father tells Hamlet how Claudius killed the sleeping king. The ghost asks Hamlet to seek revenge against Claudius. Hamlet tells Horatio…
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- WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
When plays began, white, red, and black flags were raised. What did each flag represent?
The flags flown over the Globe Theatre were a way of advertising, since many people then did not know how to read. Also, the play changed very frequently — sometimes as many as 20 different plays…
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- A SEPARATE PEACE
In “A Separate Peace” I understand that Gene has a few fears, but what are Finny’s fears?
Finny seems almost impervious to fear throughout most of the novel. But, if we look closely at a couple incidents and passages, we can see a couple of his fears surfacing. The main thing that…
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- ROBERT FROST
What does the quote “A person will sometimes devote all his life to the development of one part…
I suspect that it means that some people, rather than working on developing their talents to they can accomplish something with their lives, spend their time “devloping” their wish bone, the hope…
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- THE APPRENTICESHIP OF DUDDY KRAVITZ
What is the significance of Duddy’s recurring dream in Part 2, Chapter 3?
Ever since Simcha told Duddy that “a man without land is nobody”(49), he is constantly searching for self worth through the acquisition of material wealth. He thinks that by acquiring the land, he…
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- LORD OF THE FLIES
In Lord of the Flies what are some examples of Simon NOT being Christ-like?
Your question touches on one of the dangers of allegorical readings of this novel – that is to say that the comparison we can make between Simon and the figure of Christ that is so clearly alluded…
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- A LONG WAY FROM CHICAGO
Where does Grandma Dowdell live in A Long Way from Chicago?
I don’t believe the town where Grandma Dowdell lives is actually named in the book. Joey describes going to her home on the train, “the Wabash Railroad’s crack Blue Bird that left Dearborn Station…
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- A POISON TREE
What does the poem “A Poison Tree” talk about?
This is a very interesting poem that has a thought-provoking moral at the end of it. Basically, the speaker of the poem describes two scenarios: the first is where he was upset with someone, told…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Atticus cries after the loss of Tom Robinson’s court case. He knew that he had a slim chance of winning in the first place, but what is heart-wrenching to him is the fact that the people of Maycomb…
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- INTO THE WILD
In “Into the Wild” how was Walt associated with space projects and what was his first marriage like?
Walt, Chris’ father, worked for NASA and for a company called Hughes Aircraft. With his first wife, whose name was Marcia, Walt had five children. Their marriage fell apart because Walt was…
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- LAW AND POLITICS
What is the description of Criminal Justice?What legal activities are covered in this field?
The criminal justice system has three main parts: law enforcement (police) adjudication (courts) corrections ( prison, jails, parole, and probabion) Criminal justice is primarily concerned with the…
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- HARRISON BERGERON
In “Harrison Bergeron” what tendencies in present day American Society is Vonnegut satirizing?
Vonnegut is satirizing the tendencies in our society to put being politically correct above all else, and to cushion and protect anyone’s feelings by trying to make it seem like everyone is really,…
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- HISTORY
What is the main idea(s) of the Truman Doctrine? Do these have parallels to modern American…
After WWII it was clear that the Soviet Union was expanding its communist sphere of influence over its border nations. The Truman Doctrine was based on President Truman’s statement before Congress…
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- ANIMAL FARM
In ‘Animal Farm,’ how is Benjamin a foil for Boxer?A character who acts as a contrast to another…
The old donkey Benjamin “gets wise” right away to what’s going on at Animal Farm (the subversive take-over of the pigs), but he doesn’t react or even comment on it. At first glance he seems…
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- HAMLET
In “Hamlet” why is Hamlet so unwilling to trust what the Ghost tells him? Why does Hamlet not…
Hamlet is not sure if he can trust the ghost. In his time, ghosts were usually considered an omen of evil, and so Hamlet was wary; he didn’t want to rush off and murder someone based on the word…
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- THE GREAT GATSBY
I need to know about Fitzgerald in relation to Gatsby. How are they similar? Is there any…
Ah, this is one of my very favorite things to ponder in the entire literary world! : ) Fitzgerald is incredibly similar to Gatsby. In fact, I would go so far as to say Gatsby is Fitzgerald in…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
In chapter 31 of “To Kill a Mockingbird”, why does Boo Radley want to pet Jem’s head as he sleeps?
Boo has spent years watching the kids playing, getting into mischief, growing up, changing, and dealing with life. Through his window, he has seen so much of their lives that he feels like he…
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- THE WATSONS GO TO BIRMINGHAM—1963
Why does Kenny think he should have stayed at the church and fought the Wool Pooh in Watsons Go…
In his confused mind, Kenny thinks that the Wool Pooh had his little sister Joey in the aftermath of the bombing of the Birmingham church. Instead of staying and fighting for her like Byron had…
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- NIGHT
What sort of identification was used on the prisoners in Chapter 3 of Night?
On the left arm of each prisoner, a number was engraved with The number became the prisoner’s sole identification. Elie’s tattoo read “A-7713”. He observes, “I became A-7713…after that I had no…
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- NIGHT
Why were the Jewish musicians not allowed to play music by Beethoven in Chapter 4 of Night?
The Jewish musicians were not allowed to play music by Beethoven because he was a famed German composer and musician; “Jews were not allowed to play German music”. The sense communicated by the…
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- THINGS FALL APART
How did Okonkwo change in the novel “Things Fall Apart” by Chinua Achebe?
The problem for Okonkwo is that he is unable to change and that is what brings on his destruction. Okonkwo grew up being embarrassed by his father who was not considered a successful man in Igbo…
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- ARTS
How is the word ‘connotation’ used in relation to arts and music?in relation to film ,visual and…
“Connotation” means that the work of art inspires or brings about a reaction in the viewer/listener/reader of an association or relationship (emotional or otherwise) to something outside the work…
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- THE GREAT GATSBY
What does it mean when Daisy says she want to get “one of those pink clouds” and put Gatsby in it…
Generally, light colors in “The Great Gatsby” represent dreams or goals. Gatsby himself wears either white or pink suits, which seem to represent his pure, and naive nature. However, the color…
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- NIGHT
Describe life in the Sighet ghettos.
Unfortunately, the Jews did not recognize how bad life truly was in the Sighet ghettos because of the gradual reduction of rights inherent in Hitler’s final solution. Before the Jews move into the…
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- THE NECKLACE
I have to write a critical analysis on “The Necklace” and I simply have no idea where to start.i…
What does the term “critical analysis” mean to you? Is this a term you have discussed in class? When you are doing a critical analysis of a story, you can choose one element of the story, for…
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- MACBETH
What is the social and cultural context of the play Macbeth?I have to write an interpretation of…
Culturally this is a Jacobean as opposed to an Elizabethan Play, written whilst James Ist was king of England. James had come from Scotland, where he was king previously, and so the Scottish theme…
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- NADINE GORDIMER
Explain why the author Nadine Gordimer has been the victim of censorship.At that time censorship…
Gordimer has been the victim of censorship because her subject matter demands the challenge of government and social structures. Her writing reflects the need for artists to be social commentators…
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- THE ODYSSEY
Would you consider Odysseus in the Odyssey to be a hero?Why or why not?
Odysseus is most certainly a hero. Remember that the true meaning of the term in a literary sense is “main character.” Odysseus is not only the main character, but it is also his external and…
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- WUTHERING HEIGHTS
How does one go about making a plot map for Wuthering Heights?For Literature class, we’re…
By referring to a plot map do you mean a map of the actual action – the events that occur in the house of Wuthering Heights? I guess if this is what you are trying to achieve you could carry on…
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- SOCIAL SCIENCES
How can I become more comfortable when I have to speak before strangers?
I have three strategies that I use to reduce nervousness when speaking in front of an audience. 1)I do not memorize what I want to say word for word. I memorize the ideas that I want to talk…
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- THE ADVENTURES OF TOM SAWYER
Significance of Tom Sawyers EscapadesI identified one of Tom Sawyer’s escapades where he knows…
Tom and Huck both appear in both books. Tom’s book is not a serious one, but there are some powerful themes. The book is about the importance of family, the need to play in childhood, and the…
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- THE MAN TO SEND RAINCLOUDS
What is the meaning and theme for this story
Part of the religion theme is the difference in types of faith. The priest is upset when they do not come to him to perform a proper funeral mass. It is interesting that they don’t have total…
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- ROMEO AND JULIET
What might Romeo have written in his final letter to his father?What might Romeo have written in…
My guess is that Romeo’s final letter to his father would mirror his final speech in Act 5, Scene 3 of Romeo and Juliet. This speech, of course, reveals Romeo’s despair in losing his Juliet and…
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- THINGS FALL APART
Who is Ojiugo in Things Fall Apart?
Ojiugo is the youngest and the third wife of Okonkwo. Okonkwo’s temper causes him to beat her during the Week of Peace, a festival in which any form of violence is prohibited. This is just one of a…
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- LITERATURE
The Flying AfricanHi all, reading through the Q&A section I have realized that there are a…
I admit I do not know much about this particular trope and how it relates to African literature, but I do think we can draw a valid parallel to the magic realism in Latin American literature, which…
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- SOCIAL SCIENCES
Jewish mezuzah on doorMy mom and I were asked if we were Jewish by a man who came to our door…
I think Tim is right in that the man was just looking for a way to connect to you when he came to your home. I personally wouldn’t be offended if someone asked me if I were Catholic if they saw me…
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- HENRY IV, PART I
Explain King Henry’s disappointment in his son and heir-apparent Prince Hal.
King Henry IV is disappointed in his son and heir-apparent Prince Hal because Hal appears to be taking his responsibilities very lightly and is given to behavior that does not fit his royal role….
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- THE MOST DANGEROUS GAME
what is ypur reaction to zaroffs statement we try to be civilized here?what does he mean?
It’s interesting that he says civilized, as his favorite sport is hunting human beings. However, he is very proper in his dress and living conditions, which is something Rainsford notes upon…
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- IN COLD BLOOD
Dou you think Dick should have gotten a lesser sentence than Perry since he did not kill the…
This question should be on the discussion board. I believe that Hickock and Smith got exactly what they deserved for slaughtering the Clutter family. Hickock was the instigator of the theft, and he…
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- 1984
In George Orwell’s 1984, what problem most represents the detriment of society, and what does the…
In Orwell’s 1984, he presents a vision of the future founded on the themes of knowledge and power, as well as power’s most common manifestation, control. The Party thrives on its ability to…
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- TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
I need some quotes with page numbers from To Kill a Mockingbird that show how Atticus is a good…
As a father Atticus is affectionate with his children, Jem and Scout, ready with a hug when they need comfort and available to spend time reading to them. Although he allows his children freedom to…
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- ANNE OF GREEN GABLES
What have you learned from”Anne of Green Gables” about the world? About yourself? About…
Only you can answer this question. I can tell you what insights into myself and other people that I gained from reading the book, but that wouldn’t help you. Your teacher wants to know your opinion…
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- FENCES
In Fences and Death of a Salesman, to what extent are Willy and Troy wrong about how American…
I am going to make the call that “Willy” refers to Willy Loman from Miller’s Death of a Salesman. I do not see both Willy and Troy that far off about the world in which they live. American society…
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- THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
Why has Jack kept his life in the country a closely guarded secret from Algernon?
Jack keeps two different personae, Jack and Ernest. He is Jack in the country and Ernest in the city. Jack is very responsible, the care-taker of a young lady, and very wealthy. Ernest is carefree,…
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- ROMEO AND JULIET
What is the imagery and dramatic irony in Juliet’s lines (1-33) of Act 3, Scene 2 in Romeo and…
Juliet has an impatient yet pensive tone as she borrows from mythological imagery in the lines you mention. In this lesser-known monologue by Juliet, she waits for her new husband to come to her…
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- THE BLUSH
In “The Blush,” why exactly does Mrs. Allen blush after Mr. Lacey leaves?
This short story depicts two women who are separated from each other irreversibly by class. Mrs. Allen and Mrs. Lacey don’t understand each other because of the very different lives they lead. Mrs….
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- LAW AND POLITICS
At what age is a child no longer a minor?I have a dentist taking me to small cliams court for my…
After age 18 people in the United Staes are considered adults. They can legally enter into contracts. Each state has its own laws in regards to age of sexual consent, driving age, and age at…