Questions tagged 'Literature'
135 questions
Feb 12, 2025
What is the definition of “Incorrigival”?
In Toni Morrison’s “The Bluest Eye,” the term “incorrigival” is used on page 67: “Mrs. Foster said he was incorrigival.” I believe this might be a play on the word “incorrigible,” especially consideri...
Feb 11, 2025
1. an author writes a poem about a dove dying but his real meaning is the loss of peace. the dove is an example of
The correct answer here is C. In literature, a symbol is used as a metaphor to express a certain meaning. The word does not convey its usual significance; in this context, the dove represents peace ra...
Which is an example of a theme?
What are some examples of themes in literature, and how do they contribute to the overall message of a story?
In the story “Paul’s Case,” why is Paul irritated and wretched after the concert?
Why does Paul feel irritated and miserable after the concert in the story “Paul’s Case”? A. He encounters his English teacher. B. He has a conversation with the singer. C. He is disheartened by the st...
Feb 09, 2025
the wrong place… i just need help understanding the theme?
The title of the story is "The Wrong Place" by Susan Michalski. In the narrative, Lana wakes up curled in a corner of her seat at the back of a train. She lifts the shade to find that the sun is hidde...
What kind of organization is used in ‘the season’s curmudgeon sees the light’?
What type of organization is employed in the statement "the season's curmudgeon sees the light"? (1 point) - chronological order - cause-and-effect order - comparison and contrast - narrative Wh...
Explica cómo es la evolución de papá goriot a partir del tránsito por los diferentes pisos?
¿Podrías explicar cómo se desarrolla la evolución de Papá Goriot a lo largo de su tránsito por los diferentes pisos de la casa? Me gustaría entender cómo estos cambios de entorno reflejan su situación...
Which statement best explains what the word choice in this excerpt reveals about crusoe?
Which statement best explains what the word choice in this excerpt reveals about Crusoe? a. The phrase "grown very old and crazy" suggests that Crusoe feels he is losing his humanity. b. The phrase "s...
Read this excerpt from Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein. Shall i respect man, when he condemns me?
Read this excerpt from Mary Shelley's "Frankenstein": "Shall I respect man when he condemns me? Let him live with me in the interchange of kindness, and instead of injury, I would bestow every benefit...
Feb 07, 2025
Melville, poe, and hawthorne are considered romantic writers.
Melville, Poe, and Hawthorne are considered Romantic writers in the context of "Romanticism," which emphasizes the expression of strong emotions and dramatic themes. This literary movement prioritizes...