english midterm
Which boy suggests, "We'll have rules! Lots of rules!"? Jack
piggy suffers from asthma
represents a power-hungry dictator jack
represents intellectual Piggy
represents an evil sadist figure
Roger
represents a democratic leader
Ralph
from what perspective is Lord of the Flies narrated?
third person omniscient
the boys are on the island because
their plane was shot down
the boy with the mulberry birthmark who was fearful of the "snake-thing"
disappears
the conch shell becomes a symbol of
authority
Jack changes from a civilized schoolboy to a(n)
a savage obsessed with hunting
Simon recognizes that the beast
is within each of them
the bodies of Simon and Piggy are
washed out to sea
The only boy who does not participate in murder is
Simon
Who wrote the book Lord of the Flies?
William Golding
Jack impales the sow's head on a stick
as a gift for the beast
While staring at the severed pig's head, Simon has a mystical experience that reveals to him that the beast is
the evil within the human heart and mind
Roger is unable to throw rocks directly at the 'littlun' on the beach because
the laws of civilization restrain him
The Lord of the Flies is a symbol of
the evil in all humanity
The reenactment of the pig hunt in which Robert is hurt foreshadows
Simon's death
“He was old enough, twelve years and a few months, to have lost the prominent tummy of childhood and not yet old enough for adolescence to have made him awkward. You could see now that he might make a boxer, as far as width and heaviness of shoulders went, but there was a mildness about his mouth and eyes that proclaimed no devil.”
Ralph
“The beast was on its knees in the center, its arms folded over its face. It was crying out against the abominable noise, something about a body on the hill. The beast struggled forward, broke the ring, and fell over the steep edge of the rock to the sand and by the water…”
Simon
“He looked in astonishment, no longer at himself but at an awesome stranger…beside the pool his sinewy body held up a mask that drew their eyes and appalled them. He began to dance and his laughter a bloodthirsty snarling
Jack
“[He] edged past the chief, only just avoiding pushing him with his shoulder. The yelling ceased, and Samneric lay looking up in quiet terror. [He] advanced upon them as one wielding a nameless authority.”
Roger
“The owner of the voice came backing out of the undergrowth so that twigs scratched on a greasy wind-breaker. The naked crooks of his knees were plump, caught and scratched by thorns. He bent down, removed the thorns carefully, and turned around. He was shorter than the fair boy and very fat. He came forward, searching out safe lodgments for his feet, and then looked up through thick spectacles.”
Piggy
signal fire symbolizes
rescue/hope
face paint/mask symbolizes
savagery
conch symbolizes
authority/order
the lord of the flies symbolizes
internal human evil
Piggy's specs symbolizes
knowledge/wisdom
Roger is unable to throw rocks directly at the littlun on the beach because
the laws of civilization restrain him
piggy's auntie owns a
candy store
What can the reader infer about how the boy with the mulberry birthmark disappears?
he burns to death when the signal fire ignites the forest
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What is Ralph's first act upon being elected chief?
naming Jack leader of the hunters
Which boy treats the littluns with the most kindness?
Simon
The setting of this story could best be described as:
a deserted island during a fictional war
We find out Ralph’s dad likely won’t be coming to rescue to boys because:
An atomic bomb likely killed Ralph’s father and many others.
What does Jack's hesitation to kill the piglet show?
He must learn to put aside his inhibitions
Who are the hunters, and what is their job?
The choir boys have become hunters. Their job is to get food.
How and why do the boys make fire?
It was a rescue signal. They use Piggy's glasses as a "burning glass."
Why does the boys' plan for rescue fail?
The boys abandoned the fire to go hunting with Jack.
How has Jack's personality developed during his stay on the island?
Jack is degenerating from a civilized boy to primitive, near animal level.
Why does Jack paint his face?
He uses the paint as a mask to blot out his real self and become a savage.
Which boy can be described as a poetic, sensitive loner?
Simon
Which boy can be described as intelligent and not very active.
Piggy
Which boy can be described as handsome, athletic, and a natural leader?
Ralph
Which literary technique is clearly used in Lord of the Flies?
allegory
Allegory can best be defined as…
a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.
know Antigone's family tree
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type of poem or song performed by the chorus that has three parts: strophe, antistrophe, and epode
ode
the first choral ode in a drama
parados
the leader of the chorus who often paid the cost of the play production; he sometimes interacts as a character in the scenes
choragus
the first part of a choral ode performed while the chorus moved from the right side of the stage to the left
strophe
the second part of a choral ode performed while the chorus moved from the left side of the stage to the right
antistrophe
the purging of strong emotions (particularly pity or fear) through art
catharsis
excessive pride or self-confidence; a common tragic flaw in Greek Tragedy
hubris
a character’s tragic flaw that ultimately leads to the downfall
hamartia
protagonist of a tragedy who has a high position in society but whose tragic flaw results in their downfall
tragic hero
the part in a play when a main character makes a critical discovery
anagnorisis
a type of literature that imitates serious action and that stirs pity and fear in its audience
tragedy
a group of actors whose songs or chants would provide commentary on the action of the play
chorus
what 3 themes are in Antigone?
- control over our destiny
- balance between submitting to God and to the government
- are we responsible for the sins are our parents/family
Greek theatre was performed during festivals to honor which god?
Dionysus
A tragedy tells the story of
the downfall of a good character with noble status who makes mistakes
Who wrote Antigone, and what series is the play a part of?
Sophocles; The Theban Trilogy
The chorus represents_
the elders and common folks of Thebes
Antigone believes that her highest duty is to_
the gods
Ismene refuses to help Antigone because she is
afraid of Creon and punishment
Creon thinks that above all, a good ruler must_
put his country over his family
One thing that Antigone and Creon have in common is that they are both:
stubborn due to excessive pride (also known as hubris)
Creon forbids the burying of Polyneices because_
Polyneices' army invaded Thebes, and Creon sees him as a traitor
Polyneices' body is eventually buried by Antigone when…
she covers it with dirt
Antigone believes she owes honor to her brother Polyneices because she believes this relationship is much more important than how other people view him. What does Creon claim Polyneices is?
a traitor
Creon orders Antigone to be locked in a cave because_
he could feel less responsible for Antigone's death
How does Antigone feel about Ismene being willing to share the guilt and punishment in burying Polyneices?
she doesn't want to share the honor, since Antigone alone buried him.
What does Creon value most from his son Haemon?
loyalty and obedience
Why does Creon rebuke Haemon?
Creon believes Haemon loves Antigone and has lost his sense of judgment
Tiresias announces that the gods__
are displeased
At the end of the play, Creon is humbled; he finally realizes that _ can teach wisdom, and it is a very painful lesson.
the gods
Who does Creon blame for the death of his son and his wife?
Himself, because he finally takes responsibility for his decisions.
What is Antigone's fate at the end of the play?
dead by suicide
All of the following are themes of Antigone, EXCEPT:
love is stronger than death
Which of these events happened first in Antigone?
Both Polyneices and Eteocles die in the war
Which of these events happens last in Antigone?
Antigone is found dead
Is Creon a static or dynamic character?
Dynamic--because he changes over the course of the course of the play
Which of these is a tragic flaw that Creon possesses?
excessive pride and stubbornness
Why is it ironic that Teiresias is blind?
He can't see through his eyes, but he can see the future.
What did the chorus do in Greek theater?
- sing and chant
- sum up the action after every scene
- say out loud what the audience should be thinking
Antigone's father, Oedipus, is famous for
killing his father and marrying his mother
How is Haemon related to Antigone?
cousin, fiance
Who said this? "Not ashamed for a moment, not to honor my brother, my own flesh and blood"
Antigone
What is Creon's fate at the end of the play?
alive
Teiresias talks about the strange way the birds are acting, which shows
that something is wrong in Thebes, reflecting a hero's pending downfall
what are the different parts of the research process?
REFINE TOPIC 1. Narrow the topic 2. Broaden the topic GATHER INFORMATION 1. Plan the process 2. Explore sources a. GALILEO b. GALE c. Internet d. Interviews e. And more ORGANIZE NOTES 1. Take notes (where/how) a. Summarize b. Paraphrase c. Quote 2. Avoid plagiarism 3. Maintain bibliography 4. Draft outline CREATE PRESENTATION 1. Develop (write/compile) 2. Cite (integrate quotes/paraphrases) 3. Format 4. Revise 5. Deliver/present
who is the author of A Thousand Splendid Suns?
Khaled Hosseini
describe Mariam
Bastard - illegitimate child
Daughter of Jalil + Nana
Wants to live with Jalil + have a family
Marries Rasheed
Finds her motherly purpose in Laila and her children
describe Nana
Ashamed of Mariam
House keeper in Jalil's home when she got pregnant by Jalil
Has a disease but refuses to see Jalil's doctors
Tries to make Mariam feel guilty for her situation
Verbally abusive
Kills herself because Mariam leaves
describe Jalil Khan
Wealthy - does not take good care of Mariam
Kicked Nana out after getting her pregnant
Ashamed of Mariam
Does not actually care about Mariam
Only takes care of Mariam for the people to praise him
Tries to reconcile with Mariam but they both die
describe Rasheed
Marries Mariam
Does not like crying
Shoemaker
Lives in Kabul
Has a 2 story house
Smokes cigarettes + smells bad
Abusive
Lies to Laila about Tariq's death
Killed by Mariam
describe Mullah Faizullah
Mariam's tutor
Like a father to Mariam
Very old
Mariam was a very important figure in his life
Jalil gives him a box to give Mariam
describe Laila
Educated
Believes women should be equal to men
Lives in Kabul
Marries Rasheed
Compares to Mariam
In love with Tariq
Finds love + support within Mariam
describe Babi/Hakim
Laila's father
Used to be a teacher
"vulnerable, timid and shy"
Dies in a bombing
describe Mammy/Fariba
Laila's mother
Depressed - mental issues
Favors her two sons - Ahmad + Noor
Absent mother to Laila
Dies in a bombing
describe Tariq
Laila's life-long friend
Has only 1 leg
Treats Laila as family
Wanted to marry Laila
Leaves to Pakistan because of war
Marries Laila + has a family with her
describe Aziza
Laila's first child
Tariq is the father
Makes Laila realize what a women endures
describe Zalmai
Laila's 2nd son
Rasheed is the father
Favored by Rasheed + favors Rasheed
describe Hasina
Laila's childhood friend
When she grow up, she gets married and moves to Germany
describe Gita
Laila's childhood friend
Killed by the war
Ahmad + Noor
Laila's two older brothers
Favored by Fariba
Involved in the war - die in war
describe Hamza
Mullah Faizullah's son
Gives Mariam the box from Jalil
Kolba
shack
Harami
bastard, illegitimate child
Namaz
daily Muslim prayers
someone killed in an Islamic war
shaheed
what is the name of Mariam and Nana's home?
Kolba
Why is Mariam called a harami?
She was born out of wedlock
What was Mariam's reaction to Jalil not picking her up to see Pinocchio?
she went to Herat to see him herself
after Nana killed herself…
Jalil took Mariam into his home
When Jalil married Mariam off to Rasheed, Mariam's reaction was
anger and disgust with Jalil
what does Rasheed do for a living
He owns a shoe shop
which of the following statements would Rasheed agree to regarding women?
a. women should be modern and accepting of new, liberal, western concepts
b. Women should be uncovered so men can see them and their appearances at all times
c. Women should look as beautiful as possible by wearing makeup and short skirts
d. Women should only be the business of men, so men can control their women
d. Women should only be the business of men, so men can control their women
originally, how does Mariam react to her burqa?
she thinks it is comforting
how do modern Afghan women make Mariam feel?
they make her feel low and plain
what does Mariam think of the way Rasheed safeguards her from others?
Mariam is flattered by this action because it preserves the sanctity of what they have
Mariam feels "a flare of pride" when Rasheed compliments her cooking. This best describes an example of what?
Mariam's acceptance of her new life
how are the women is Kabul different?
they are modern and educated
What is the MAIN reason that explains why Nana is upset with and constantly guilt-trips Mariam?
Nana is upset with the events that have affected both Mariam and her, but because Mariam is the product of both their outcomes, she takes it out on her
who was Mariam's tutor/mentor?
Mullah Faizullah
Laila's father Babi advocates for Laila's _
education
Laila notices a blue Mercedes parked in her neighborhood. Inside it sits a man in "a dark brown suit, with a white handkerchief triangle in the breast pocket." Who is this man?
Jalil
Why does Mammy stay in bed after the departure of her two sons to fight for Afghanistan?
she is depressed
What sign does Tariq use to let Laila know that she is home?
shines a flashlight from his house to Laila's house
How does Tariq defend Laila after the incident in which Khadim squirts Laila with urine using a squirt gun?
he beats him with his prosthetic leg
Laila fears that Mammy might kill herself after the death of her sons. Mammy assures he that she will not, what is Mammy’s reason for living?
she wants to see Afghanistan in peace
Why does Laila not feel as sad about her brothers’ deaths as her mother?
she did not know them as well
While visiting the Shahr-e-Zohak with Babi and Tariq, Babi reveals to Laila that Mammy expresses her grief _ whereas Babi expresses is grief ___.
outwardly, inwardly
Why would Mammy (Fariba) never allow Babi and Laila to leave Kabul?
she feels it would be a betrayal to their sons
While at the movies, what do Tariq and Laila say about getting married?
that they will never get married
What warning about Tariq does Mammy give to Laila?
that he does not care about her reputation
How does Laila feel about Mammy counseling her about her relationship with Tariq?
That she has no right because she has been absent in her life for so long.
When Laila hears bombs drop, she describes it as happening “blissfully elsewhere” this is an example of what?
irony
Laila’s friend Giti is killed by a
a stray rocket
What causes Tariq to leave Afghanistan?
the war is affecting his parents health
What causes Mammy to finally agree to leave Afghanistan?
Laila almost gets killed by a stray bullet
What “painful task” must Babi endure when preparing to move?
getting rid of his books
What happens to Laila’s family at the end of Chapter 26?
they die when a rocket hits their house
who does Laila end up with after her family's death?
Rasheed and Mariam
Why does Laila agree to marry Rasheed?
She is pregnant with Tariq's child.
What car metaphor does Rasheed apply to Laila based on her beauty, potential and use?
benz
Which of the following is NOT one of the rules enforced by the Taliban?
Dancing is illegal
Parakeets are illegal
Praying five times a day is illegal
Shirt collars must be buttoned
praying five times a day is illegal
Laila names her daughter Aziza, which means
cherished one
Although Mariam and Laila have never met, Hosseini has painted portraits of two girls with one thing in common. What is it?
Both have mothers who do not nurture them in a way that young girls require to feel good to grow into confident young women in the world.
how does Rasheed die?
Mariam kills Rasheed to protect Laila
what happens after Mariam kills Rasheed?
Laila and her children run away with Tariq and Mariam turns herself in
what ultimately happens to Mariam?
she is executed - saves Laila and her family