Comprehension
In the short story, "Tell-Tale Hearts" what does the narrator greatly dislike about the old man?
His eye
To be wealthy beyond belief.
Describe the theme of Winter Dreams.
Reality of the American Dream: In "Winter Dreams" the main character is attempting to become a wealthy man and achieve the American Dream. Although, he does eventually achieve his goal, he is unfulfilled.
What is the setting of "The Sniper?"
Ireland during war time
What is the literary element that tells the author's attitude towards a text?
Tone
At the end of the short story, "The Sniper," the author adds an unexpected twist to the story. What happened during the resolution?
The sniper finds out that he killed his brother.
The narrator does not have a name. The story is written in first person.
How does point of view affect the impact of a story. Use "The Sniper" as an example.
The point of view throughout "The Sniper" is third person limited. This show the audience the actions of the characters but not any of their thoughts.
List the five elements that can be appealed to using imagery.
Sight, taste, touch, Hearing, Smell
What type of conflict is seen in "The Sniper?" What is the conflict between?
Man Vs Man; The two snipers
He buys a laundry mat.
In the short story, "The Sniper," why does the author not give the protagonist a name?
This element is causes there to be a sense of mystery to the character, adding to the tone.
Describe the tone and mood of one of the short stories we read during this unit.
Answers will vary.
At the end of "Winter Dreams" why is Dexter heartbroken in the end?
Judy is no longer the woman of his dreams, and he does not even care. This shows the change that takes place in Dexter's character, showing the reality of the American Dream is not as wonderful as expected.
What is at least one major symbol found in "Tell Tale Heart?"
The eye and the heart beat
What is the narrator's claim throughout "Tell-Tale Heart?"
What is the character's name in "Winter Dreams" that Dexter becomes engaged to?
Irene
Describe the plot of one of the short stories we read.
Answers may vary.
What is the climax of "The Sniper?"
The climax of the sniper is when he shoots and kills the opposing sniper.
The setting is discussed quite a bit throughout "Winter Dreams." How does the author establish the setting in a way that helps the reader follow?
The author is constantly telling the month, and season of each event.
During "The Sniper," someone else dies, who?
The old woman in the street.
At the beginning of "Winter Dreams," we meet Judy Jones as a young girl. She was escorted by someone. What was their name?
How does the use of imagery enhance a piece of writing. What other literary element does it work along side with?
It allows the reader to gain a visual picture of what is according allowing them to be more involved in the story. This works along side of setting.
Who is the author of "Winter Dreams?"
F. Scott Fitzgerald
What are the five elements of a plot?
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution