Gros Jean
The Devil is described as a consuming fire that destroys pride.
What is metaphor?
The forest repeatedly appears as a testing ground for the brothers.
What is motif?
Ti Jean argues that cleverness succeeds where brute strength fails.
What is Theme?
A character is compared to a trapped animal using the word like.
What is simile?
The challenge of defeating the Devil is restated several times throughout the play.
What is repetition?
Ti Jean supports his decisions with practical reasoning and evidence.
What is logos?
The night wind seems to whisper warnings to the brothers.
What is personification?
Mi Jean misuses an impressive-sounding word to appear educated.
What is malapropism?
Ti Jean gains trust because of his character and credibility.
What is Ethos?
The old man represents worldly wisdom.
What is personification?
A description combines contradictory ideas, such as a cruel kindness.
What is Oxymoron?
The older brothers are defeated by their arrogance but the youngest succeeds through humility.
What is theme?
Time is a thief that steals our moments without warning.
What is a metaphor?
The three brothers represent different approaches to resisting colonial oppression.
What is an allegory?
The constant appearance of the color red symbolizes passion and danger.
What is motif?