Literary Devices/Elements Part 1
"Doth, like a poisonous mineral, gnaw my inwards."
What is an example of simile?
Iago's long conversations by himself to the audience.
What is a soliloquy?
The exact wording used at the beginning of the text to describe Gregor's transformation.
What is "monstrous vermin?"
The two settings where the story takes place.
What is Venice and Cyprus?
Janie's three husbands.
Who are Logan, Jody, and TeaCake?
This handkerchief represents the strong bond between Othello and Desdemona. Her loss of it indicates the failure of their marriage.
What is an example of symbolism?
Sylvia Plath's references to the Holocaust in her poem, "Lady Lazarus."
What is an example of allusion?
The item Gregor tries to save.
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It's significance
What is the portrait of the naked lady in furs...
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Symbolizes Gregor's attempt to hold onto his humanity...
Othello's Lieutenant.
Who is Cassio?
A symbol for Janie's sexual maturity and curiosity.
What is the pear tree?
“She had glossy leave and bursting buds and she wanted to struggle with life but it seemed to elude her.”
What is an example of Imagery?
ABAB, CDCD, EDED, GG
What is an example of rhyme scheme?
Gregor and his father's role according to marxist criticism.
What is the victim and the oppressor?
Iago's ultimate evil plan.
What is the death of Desdemona?
A motif repeated throughout the text the represents Janie's journey.
The Horizon
The people closest to you are the ones who betray you the most.
What is an example of a Theme?
"Awfully good," and "bittersweet."
What are examples of oxymorons?
Gregor works hard to pay his family debt and has no social or love life.
What is what ultimately causes Gregor's transformation?
The person who ultimately outs Iago's evil plans and brings the truth to light.
Who is Emilia?
Who is Nanny?
The words "blossomed," "shapely," and "young body" are used to describe Grete at the end of the text.
What is an example of Diction or Word Choice?
"Every tear you drop squeezes a cup uh blood outta mah heart."
What is an example of hyperbole?
Grete stretching her young body like a butterfly stretches its wings.
What is a symbol or metaphor of Grete's transformation and maturity.
This "genre" describes the unfortunate events of the play.
What is a tragedy?
The town Jody Starks invested in and sacrificed the passion in his marriage for.
What is Eatonville?