Character and Pt. of Vies
When expectation differs from reality, this is called
irony
Where is "A & P" set?
a grocery store
What point of view is Miss Brill told in?
third person
What is Fortunato's weakness?
wine
Describe Jane's husband, John.
A physician who is dismissive and unconcerned
A character who has many personality traits is said to be and a character who makes a change is called
What type of character is Sammy?
round and/or dynamic
What object is a metaphor for Miss Brill?
a fur stole
What does Montressor believe regarding his impunity?
He does not want to be punished for murder.
What does Jane see in the wallpaper?
A creeping woman
Name two types of third-person point of view.
Omniscient and limited
Queenie is considered what type of character?
stock
What is the primary theme for Miss Brill?
Effects of isolation
Fortunato is depicted as what by his attire?
He dressed like a jester, a fool.
What are two themes of "The Yellow Wallpaper" ?
mental instability, effects of isolation or gender inequality
Which two characters were considered unreliable narrators?
Montresor and Jane
What does Sammy refer to the townspeople as and why?
sheep; they are mindless followers
The author uses which type of characterization to describe Miss Brill.
indirect characterization
Describe the setting of the story.
Carnival; cold damp catacombs
This story draws the "rest cure" from the real life doctor. What is his name?
Name two types of flat characters.
stock and foil
Who is considered a foil for Sammy?
Stoksie
Why doesn't Miss Brill get a cookie on the Sunday in the story?
She has been insulted and is forced back to reality.
Why does Montresor feel safe leading Fortunato into the catacombs?
What is the symbolism of each of the following in "The Yellow Wallpaper"?
house
barred, locked room
immovable furniture
house- isolation
barred, locked room- prison
immovable furniture- powerlessness