Macbeth
Who kills Banquo?
A group of murderers hired by Macbeth.
Who attacks Scout and Jem on their way back from the pageant?
Bob Ewell. He pulls Jem back and breaks his arm.
Why does Okonkwo hang himself?
He hangs himself because he is unable to adapt to the new society. By killing himself he controls his own destiny instead of the Europeans control him.
What does Ralph do for Jack to maintain peace in the beginning?
Ralph comes to peace with Jack by giving him the choir to control.
What is an Avox?
A criminal who has their tongue removed and enslaved.
Why does the King come to Macbeth's castle?
To be the new Thane of Cawdor's guest and to congratulate Macbeth over dinner.
What is the proffession of Atticus Finch?
He is a lawyer in Maycomb
Who was Achebe's intended audience?
Since he wrote his book in english, he intended for English speakers to read it as Westerners and Europeans. And to understand the Igbo people have traditions and culture too.
How is Simon different from Ralph and Jack?
Simon is on a completely different boat when it comes to savagery, survival, and civilization. Simon also gives off as having a good spirit.
What is the reaping?
A ceremony where a boy and girl are chosen to complete in the annual event known as "The Hunger Games".
Why is Macduff able to kill Macbeth despite the witches prophecy?
He was born by cesdrean section.
How is Tom Robinson seen as one of the Mockingbirds?
Tom is inncoent, and vulnerable, alike a mockingbird. He relies on Atticus for protection.
What is the role of family and community?
There is respect and homage paid to ancestors and to tradition. We can see the interactions between the protagonist, Okonkwo, and various members of his family throughout the novel.
What is the significance of Piggy's plea to join the expedition?
Piggy simply just wanted to fit in.
Why does Katniss ignore Haymitch’s advice to head directly away from the Cornucopia?
Katniss feels a dire need for supplies so that she can survive.
Why did Macbeth think the witches wanted to help him?
Macbeth has confused the fact that the witches predictions always came true. Everything the witches predict does come true, but everything that happens ends up hurting Macbeth as well.
How does the saying "walk in someone else's shoes" change how Jem, Scout, and Atticus' view the situations or people at hand?
The novel focuses on maturing and growing up and learning to understand where others are coming from. There are plenty of examples in the book which show that the characters change their perspectives and begin to understand what it's like to be in another person's position. Like Tom Robinson's.
How essential is the setting to the story? Could the story have taken place anywhere else?
The setting is absolutelt essential to the story because it's important to understand the Westerners and Europeans were on the Igbo land. There are countless examples showing culture and tradition for the Igbo so no, it could not take place anywhere else.
What is the irony of the dead parachutist landing on the mountains?
The dead parachutist represents the adult world that is supposed to “save” the boys.
How does Katniss feel about the country of Panem?
Katniss feels used and exploited and oppressed by her country. They keep secrets from their people. Panem volenteers teens to fight against eachother to keep them entertained.
What was the setting in the beggining of the play that contributed to the ominous mood.
In an unspecified location or "open ground" stage directions call for thunder and lightning, basically calling for an unsettling feeling.
Who is telling the story and why is the point of view so important?
Scout is telling the story. It's important because she is narrating as an adult, but is telling the story as a young child over a period of years.
What is important about the title, "Things Fall Apart"? Is there a reference in the novel that explains the title?
In the title Things Fall Apart, it suggests that without the right amount of balance in a specific culture, things will eventually fall apart.
What is the significance of the title “The Shell and the Glasses”?
The conch shell is the symbol of order and civility among the boys who are stranded on the island. Piggy’s glasses became the symbol for life because with them the boys can make fire for nourishment and rescue.
Why is Peeta's perspective so different from Katnisses?
Peeta's family never knew the poverty that his teammates have experienced. He even was the one who gave Katniss bread when her family was starving. Although Peeta lives in the same district as Katniss he has never really had to worry about his day-to-day existence.