Romeo and Juliet
What long standing conflict sets the play's tragedy in motion?
The feud between the families (Montagues and Capulets)
What fear drives the hysteria in Salem?
Fear of witchcraft/the devil
Who creates the monster?
Victor Frankenstein
What is Odysseus trying to do throughout the epic?
Return home to Ithaca
What does the green light symbolize?
Hope
Why does Romeo kill Tybalt?
To avenge Mercutio's death
Why does John Proctor initially hesitate to expose Abigail?
Fear of damaging his reputation and marriage
Why does Victor abandon the creature immediately after creation?
Fear and regret of his own creation
Who waits faithfully for Odysseus for 20 years?
Penelope
West Egg, East Egg, and The Valley of Ashes each represent what?
Social + Economic class (WE= New Money, EE= old money, Valley= poverty) OR the American dream (The Eggs= those who succeed in obtaining it, Valley= those who fail)
What does the death of both Romeo and Juliet contribute to the overall theme of love?
1. Love can have damaging affects on those involved or others
2. True love does not come easy
How does Abigail gain power over the court?
By manipulating fear and pretending to see spirits
What does The Creature’s recount of events contribute to the overall theme?
Which events or figures highlight the theme of the dangers of temptation?
1. Circe and Odysseus
2. The sirens
3. Bag of wind
4. The cows on Helios’ island
The billboard of T.J. Eckleburg’s eyes act as a symbol of what?
Judgement, eyes of God
What warning does Shelley give about scientific ambition?
Knowledge without responsibility leads to destruction