Inferno & Van Gogh
What is Contrapasso and how is it used in Inferno?
A punishment that fits the sin; poetic justice.
What is dramatic irony and how is it used in A Doll’s House?
When the audience knows more than Nora does.
What is the Anthropocene?
The human-influenced geological era.
Define symbolism
Using objects or images to represent ideas.
Define Contrapasso and its significance.
Sin = punishment; reveals medieval justice.
Circle of Hell
Why does Dante place traitors in the deepest circle of Hell?
He believed betrayal was the worst sin.
How does Nora defy the patriarchy?
She leaves her husband to find independence.
What are SDGs and why are they important?
Global goals to improve life and the planet.
What is the difference between diegetic and non-diegetic sound?
Diegetic is heard by characters; non-diegetic is added for the audience.
What does “Anthropocene” tell us about human history?
That humans are now shaping Earth’s geology.
What is Plein air painting and why did Van Gogh use it?
Painting outside to capture natural light; connects to emotion and nature.
What are diegetic sounds and how are they used in The Woman King?
Sounds from the story world; enhance realism.
How does John Green combine personal stories with global themes?
Through reflective essays linking self to society.
How does setting affect mood?
It creates emotional tone and atmosphere.
What makes diegetic sounds powerful in film?
They enhance realism and immersion
How do light and dark symbolize inner turmoil in Van Gogh’s work?
Light = hope
dark = suffering
How are gender roles challenged in The Woman King?
Female warriors break traditional roles.
Which of the essays from The Anthropocene Reviewed best illustrates how everyday human actions shape the world—and what specific action or object does it focus on?
Scratch n Sniff Stickers? shows how small, joyful inventions like scented stickers reflect our human need to shape the environment for pleasure and meaning—reminding us how even simple products can tell a story about consumption, innovation, and connection.
What is foreshadowing?
Hints of future events in a story.
How is dramatic irony different from regular irony?
Audience knows something characters don’t.
How does Inferno reflect medieval views on morality?
It shows a strict sense of divine justice.
What message about freedom does A Doll’s House convey?
True freedom requires self-discovery.
How can personal growth connect to environmental action?
Awareness leads to responsibility and change.
Define motif and give one example
A recurring theme/image (e.g., keys in A Doll’s House)
What are SDGs and what unit do they appear in the course?
17 goals for a better world; studied in Unit 4