Themes
"War breaks apart families" is the theme of___________________
The Sniper
Who are the two characters in The Sniper
The sniper and his brother
Authors purpose
Why the author is writing this short story or poem
How does Rainford end up on the island?
He fell overboard off the ship he was on
What is the theme of The Road Not Taken?
It is better to take a leap of faith then to never try at all
"Hope is with us always" is the theme of_____________________________
Hope Is The Thing With Feathers
What is General Zaroff's fate at the end of the story?
He is killed by Rainford
Importance of Setting
It's where the story takes place and how it impacts the characters motive/thoughts/actions
Who did The Sniper kill?
His Brother
Who wrote The Fall of The House Of Usher?
Edgar Allan Poe
"Man is the most dangerous animal" is the theme of______________________
The Most Dangerous Game
Who is Rainsford?
The big game hunter trapped on General Zaroff's island
Short story
What happened in The Rose That Grew From Concrete?
Even though the rose was placed in a harsh and unforgiving environment, it still managed to grow
What point was Tupac trying to make in The Rose That Grew From Concrete?
Even though African Americans are oppresses, they will still find a way to make their voices herd
"People can still make something of themselves even if they aren't given much opportunity" is the theme of_______________________
The Rose That Grew From Concrete
Who wrote "The Rose That Grew From Concrete?
Tupac Shakur
Theme
The lesson or moral of the story that they author is trying to get across
What did General Zaroff tell Rainford was the reason behind him hunting humans?
The were the most dangerous animal
What event is occurring during "The Sniper" (it's not just a war)
The Troubles
"Madness comes with guilt" is the theme of_________________________________
The Fall of The House of Usher
Who are the characters in the Fall of The House Of Usher
Rodrick and Madeline Usher
Symbolism
When a physical thing stands in the place of a not physical thing (i.e A bird is used to stand in for Hope)
What event occurs at the end of The Fall of the House of Usher that showcases Rodrick's madness?
He realizes that his wife is dead which causes the house to crumble
Bonus! What serial killer referenced The Most Dangerous Game in their letters to law enforcement?
The Zodiac Killer