Mythology + MLA and Literary Devices
This mythical function explains how humans relate to the physical universe.
Cosmological
This word means "able to walk about."
Ambulatory
This character transforms himself into Danny’s embarrassing cousin, Chin, to teach him a lesson about self-acceptance.
The Monkey King
Orwell’s use of “Newspeak” best exemplifies this Perrine concept, showing how language limits thought.
Theme
In Flatland, the social hierarchy is literally shaped by geometry. This group represents the ruling class.
The "Circles"
In mythology, this figure often appears at the beginning of the journey and warns or challenges the hero.
The Herald
The root “pous” means this.
foot
American Born Chinese explores this internal conflict faced by many second-generation immigrants, torn between cultural heritage and the desire to fit in.
Identity or cultural assimilation
The image of Big Brother on posters functions primarily as this type of symbol.
Allegorical emblem of totalitarian control
The narrator is imprisoned at the end of the novel for preaching about this concept, which symbolizes both forbidden knowledge and the danger of challenging accepted truths.
The third dimension or higher dimensions
You are quoting a sentence from page 87 of 1984 by George Orwell. How should you format the in-text citation using MLA style?
(Orwell 87)
The word "antipodes" can refer to this.
The direct opposite of something
The nickname “Butterflies” is a recurring example of this literary device that reinforces growth and resistance.
Symbol or symbolism
This moment early in Winston and Julia’s relationship deepens their characterization and advances the plot by portraying their desire for intimacy as an act of rebellion against the Party. The scene takes place during their secret meeting in the __________.
countryside
This literary device is central to Flatland, as Abbott uses geometric dimensions to represent and critique rigid Victorian social and gender hierarchies.
Allegory
This point of view is defined by the narrator knowing all aspects of the story and all characters' thoughts.
Third person omniscient
The sentence “Careful writers do not ______ from the assignment prompts” is correctly completed by this word.
digress
Dede’s survival, in contrast to her sisters’ martyrdom, illustrates this type of irony.
Dramatic irony
These three paradoxical Party slogans—War is Peace, Freedom is Slavery, Ignorance is Strength—are examples of this technique used to control thought and reinforce the regime’s ideology.
Doublethink
The geometric limitations of the citizens of Flatland, such as being unable to perceive height or depth, serve as an allegory for this broader human condition, which limits our ability to understand realities beyond our lived experience.
Cognitive limitation
You are quoting more than four lines of prose from In the Time of the Butterflies. What specific formatting rules must you follow using MLA style?
Indent the block quote one inch, omit quotation marks, double-space the lines, and place the parenthetical citation after the period with no extra punctuation.
Despite being placed under strict curfew, the citizens grew increasingly __________, refusing to remain quiet and compliant.
restive
Though she begins the novel focused on fashion and romance, this Mirabal sister undergoes one of the most dramatic transformations, documenting the revolution’s emotional toll in her diary.
Mate
This term refers to the act of holding rebellious or unorthodox thoughts, even if not spoken or acted upon, and is considered the most serious offense against the Party.
Thoughtcrime
A Square undergoes a profound transformation after encountering the concept of a third dimension. Yet, when he tries to share this revelation, he is mocked and eventually silenced. What theme does this illustrate about the relationship between knowledge and society?
The resistance that new knowledge faces from societal norms