Quotes
Explain the significance of the following quote:
“I ought to be thy Adam; but I am rather the fallen angel.”
This quote shows the creature feels abandonment and betrayal about his relationship with Victor.
This organization constantly watches the citizens of Oceania.
What is the Party?
This character creates the monster and then abandons him.
Who is Victor Frankenstein?
This story shows how traditions can be cruel when not questioned.
What is The Lottery?
Explain the significance of the following quote:
“Learn from me, if not by my precepts, at least by my example, how dangerous is the acquirement of knowledge.”
This quote warns the reader about the danger of unchecked ambition or knowledge.
This concept involves holding two opposing beliefs at the same time.
What is doublethink?
The creature’s desire for companionship comes from this experience.
What is isolation and rejection?
Louise Mallard’s brief happiness comes from gaining this.
What is independence or personal freedom?
Explain the significance of the following quote:
“Freedom is the freedom to say that two plus two make four.”
A regime's power lies in forcing citizens to accept blatant falsehoods (like 2+2=5) as truth, thus destroying independent thought and genuine freedom itself.
Newspeak is designed to eliminate this.
What is rebellious or independent thought?
Victor destroys the female creature because he fears this outcome.
What is the creation of an uncontrollable or evil race?
This story shows technology continuing after humans are gone.
What is There Will Come Soft Rains?
Explain the significance of the following quote:
“If you want a picture of the future, imagine a boot stamping on a human face—forever.”
This quote suggests the future will be dominated by constant oppression or totalitarian control.
Winston’s torture teaches him this lesson.
What is to accept the Party’s version of reality?
This theme is shown through Victor’s obsession with science.
What is dangerous ambition?
This story reveals racism as the cause of its tragic ending.
What is Désirée’s Baby?
Explain the significance of the following quote:
“Because I could not stop for Death – / He kindly stopped for me –”
This quote shows Death is being portrayed as gentle, calm, or polite rather than frightening.
Orwell’s novel warns that controlling language leads to this.
What is control over thought and freedom?
Shelley suggests that monsters are created through this, not birth.
What is neglect, rejection, or lack of responsibility?
This poem challenges unrealistic ideas about love by being honest.
What is Sonnet 130?