Terms & Elements
This is the one character clearly central to the story with all major events having importance to them.
Protagonist
Which casket says: 'Who chooseth me shall gain what many men desire'?
The Gold Casket
In 'Harrison Bergeron', how does the society ensure everyone is 'equal'?
By handicapping those who are better/smarter/stronger
Define 'Brackish'.
Slightly salty
A comparison using 'like' or 'as'.
Simile
What kind of character does not change throughout the story?
Static Character
True or False: Antonio borrows money from Shylock to help his friend Bassanio.
True
Which story or essay mocks society's over-reliance on computers?
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What is a 'Sexton'?
A caretaker of a church/property, often digs graves.
Inanimate objects being given human qualities (e.g. 'The wind whispered').
Personification
The author shows us what the character is like through dress, speech, and actions. This is called...
Indirect Characterization
What character saves Antonio in court by cleverly interpreting the law?
Portia (disguised as a lawyer)
In 'The Bet', why does the prisoner leave five minutes early?
He learned that money does not bring happiness.
Who said: 'Thou art my diamond, and I would rather lose all diamonds in the world than aught should come to thee'?
Elzevir Block
Something that stands for itself and for something greater than itself.
Symbol
A struggle with a force outside of oneself is what type of conflict?
External Conflict
Which casket contains a portrait of Portia?
The Lead Casket
In 'The Masque of the Red Death', why is Prince Prospero considered 'not prosperous'?
He was selfish and ignored the people he was supposed to lead.
A period of two weeks is known as a...
Fortnight
Identify this: 'He is a monster.'
Metaphor
Identify the type of Irony: When the audience understands more about events than the character does.
Dramatic Irony
What is found inside the Silver Casket chosen by the Prince of Aragon?
A picture of a fool (and a message about foolishness)
In 'The Monkey's Paw', which character dies at the factory where he works?
Herbert
Define 'Carrion'.
Dead and decaying flesh
What does a ring traditionally symbolize in literature?
Never-ending love (no end, goes round and round).