World Literature Final

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the plant

which is an example of a symbol in the story of gilgamesh

when the snake snatches the plant

where does the climax of gilgamesh occur

the self

name the antagonist in gilgamesh

gilgamesh

name the protagonist in gilgamesh

enkidu

who is the foil character in gilgamesh

creon

who was a foil character to oedpius

swollen foot

what does “oedipus” translate to in the play

references to sight

in the play oedipus, irony is reflected in

oedipus gouges his eyes out

the climax of oedipus occurs when

jocasta’s broaches

when does oedipus use to gouge out his eyes

being alive

Campbell said, "I don't believe people are looking for the meaning of life as much as they are looking for the experience of _____.

Separation, Initiation, Return

Campbell discussed the parallel we see in life and all stories as having these components

love; fear

Campbell said, " ________ is what we're born with; __________ is what we learn."

being who you are

Campbell said, "The privilege of a lifetime is ________."

the treasure we seek

Campbell said and showed that the cave we fear to enter holds_______

drowning

Ophelia dies by

Horatio

Creon is to Oedipus as _______ is to Hamlet.

Laertes

A strong foil character to Hamlet

a soliloquy

A dramatic technique to show a character's innermost thoughts is

personification

What poetic device is used in Hamlet's words "wicked speed" and "incestuous sheets"?

he defines his will by his choices

Hamlet is considered a rounded character because

hamlet

Who says to Ophelia, "Get thee to a nunnery"?

how best to live one’s life, what happens after we die, and what life death and dreams are composed of

The "to be or not to be lines" are about

when hamlet dies

The climax in "Hamlet" occurs when

the rest is silence

hamlets final, meaningful words are

rounded character

is a character that is well developed, multidimensional, with various traits, motives, and emotions

flat character

are one dimensional and often predictable they lack complexity or depth

oxymoron

a figure of speech where two words contradict or opposite words are combined to create a new meaning or unique effect ex: bitter sweet, deafening silence

personification

human qualities attributed to an animal, object, or idea, e.g. “The wind exhaled.”

alliteration

The repetition of initial consonant sounds used especially in poetry to emphasize and link words as well as to create pleasing, musical sounds. Example—the fair breeze blew, the white foam flew.

climax

The high point in the action of a story

foil character

is a character who contracts with another character to highlight particular qualities of that character

antagonist

The person or force that works against the hero of the story.

harmartia

is a term from greek tragedy that refers to fatal flaw or error in judgement that leads to the downfall of a tragic hero

tragedy

is a dramatic genre that depicts the downfall of a main character

epic

is a long narrative poem or story that tells the tale of a hero’s adventures

cuneiform

one of the oldest forms of writing known

foreshadow

Important hints that an author drops to prepare the reader for what is to come, and help the reader anticipate the outcome

irony

A technique that involves surprising, interesting, or amusing contradictions or contrasts.

chorus

is a group of performers who comment on the action of the play providing background information.

symbol

Person, place, or thing that represents something beyond itself, most often something concrete or tangible that represents an abstract idea.

bildungsroman

A coming-of-age story focusing on a character’s development.

stanza

A group of lines in a poem, like a paragraph in prose, often focusing on one idea or theme.

American Romantic

A writer from the 19th century (like Whitman or Dickinson) who emphasized emotion, nature, individuality, and imagination over reason and tradition.

British Modernist

A British writer from the early 20th century (like Virginia Woolf or James Joyce) who experimented with structure, perspective, and style to reflect the chaos of the modern world.

stream-of-consciousness

A narrative style that mimics the flow of thoughts in the human mind—disorganized, inner monologue-style narration.

epiphany

A sudden realization or insight that changes a character’s understanding, often marking a turning point in a story.

1st person point-of-view

A narrative told from the perspective of “I” or “we,” where the narrator is a character in the story.

free verse

Poetry that doesn’t follow a specific rhyme scheme or meter—used by poets like Whitman for a more natural, flowing sound.

persona

he voice or character a writer adopts in a poem or story, which may or may not reflect the writer’s own views.

What is the central metaphor in “The Guest House”?

Life as a guest house where all emotions are welcomed.

What is Rumi’s message? (The Guest House)

Embrace all experiences—even painful ones—as teachers.

A line to know from the poem The Guest House

Be grateful for whoever comes, because each has been sent as a guide from beyond

What are key themes in Whitman’s poetry?

Democracy, individuality, unity, nature, life and death.

What does the “barbaric yawp” represent?

A cry of individuality and authenticity.

What metaphor is central to Dickinson’s poem?

Death as a courteous gentleman.

How does Dickinson view death?

Not fearfully, but as a natural part of life.

What modernist technique does Joyce use?

Stream-of-consciousness.

What’s the significance of the protagonist’s epiphany?

He realizes the vanity and emptiness of his desires.

What does the moth symbolize?

The fragility and inevitability of life.

What message does Woolf convey?

Acceptance of death’s power, and appreciation of life’s fleeting beauty

What is the tone of “Die Slowly”?

A passionate warning against apathy and conformity.

What themes are common in Neruda’s poetry?

Love, life, loss, and political awareness

What is Adichie’s core message?

Embracing diverse stories prevents harmful stereotypes and fosters empathy.

What quote captures her message?

“The problem with stereotypes is not that they are untrue, but that they are incomplete.”

Who is the antagonist in The Bluest Eye?

A racist, oppressive society.

What do the marigolds symbolize?

Individuals cannot grow in a hostile environment.

What is Angelou’s poetic message?

Strength, resilience, and pride in Black identity.

What techniques does she use? (Angelou’s)

Repetition, first-person narrative, rhythm, and empowering imagery.

What is the significance of the story’s title? (Everyday Use)

It emphasizes valuing heritage through lived experience, not aesthetic display.

Why does Mama give the quilt to Maggie?

Maggie understands and honors her heritage.

What is Okri’s main idea?

Even pain contains beauty; we must welcome all experiences

What line captures his theme? (Okri’s)

“Destiny is our friend.”

What question does “The Summer Day” end with?

“What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”

What is Oliver’s consistent message?

Nature teaches us how to live a meaningful, authentic life

What is the main theme of Soul?

Life’s beauty lies in everyday moments, not just grand ambitions.

What is the significance of the “little fish” story?

We often overlook the richness of life around us in search of something bigger.

What is a key line from Section 1 of Leaves of Grass?

“I celebrate myself, and sing myself,
And what I assume you shall assume,
For every atom belonging to me as good belongs to you.”

What is a key line from Section 32 of Leaves of Grass?

“I think I could turn and live with animals,
they are so placid and self-contain'd,
I stand and look at them long and long.”

What is a key line from Section 52 of Leaves of Grass?

“I too am not a bit tamed, I too am untranslatable,
I sound my barbaric yawp over the roofs of the world.”

What is a key line from Dickinson’s poem?

“Because I could not stop for Death –
He kindly stopped for me –
The Carriage held but just Ourselves –
And Immortality.”

What is the key epiphany line from Joyce’s “Araby”?

“Gazing up into the darkness, I saw myself as a creature driven and derided by vanity; and my eyes burned with anguish and anger.”

What is a key line from Woolf’s essay?

“One could only watch the extraordinary efforts made by those tiny legs against an oncoming doom which could, had it chosen, have submerged an entire city, not merely a city, but masses of human beings; nothing, I knew, had any chance against death.”

What is a key line from “Die Slowly”?

“He who becomes the slave of habit,
who follows the same routes every day,
who never changes pace,
who does not risk and change the color of his clothes,
who does not speak and does not experience,
dies slowly.”

What is another key line from “Die Slowly”?

“He who slowly destroys his own self-esteem,
who does not allow himself to be helped,
who spends days on end complaining about his own bad luck, about the rain that never stops,
dies slowly.”

What is a key quote from Adichie’s lecture?

“The single story creates stereotypes, and the problem with stereotypes is not that they are untrue, but that they are incomplete.”

What is a symbolic line from The Bluest Eye?

“The marigold could not grow in hostile soil; just as an individual cannot grow if their surroundings are constantly pushing them down.”

What is a key line from An African Elegy?

“And there is surprise
In everything the unseen moves.
The ocean is full of songs.
The sky is not an enemy.
Destiny is our friend.”

What is a key line from The Journey?

“But little by little,
as you left their voices behind,
the stars began to burn
through the sheets of clouds,
and there was a new voice
which you slowly
recognized as your own,
that kept you company
as you strode deeper and deeper
into the world,
determined to do
the only thing you could do—
determined to save
the only life you could save.”

What is a key line from Wild Geese?

“Whoever you are, no matter how lonely,
the world offers itself to your imagination,
calls to you like the wild geese, harsh and exciting
over and over announcing your place
in the family of things.”

What is a key line from The Summer Day?

“Tell me, what is it you plan to do
with your one wild and precious life?”

What is a key line from Soul?

“I’m going to live every minute of my life.”