A flashback is when a narrative in the past is being told.
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"His face was the face of a student, thin and ascetic, but his eyes had the cold gleam of the fanatic" is an example of what kind of characterization?
Physical description
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What is a theme?
A theme is an idea or concept that runs throughout a story.
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Describe the exposition of "Lamb to the Slaughter"
Mrs. Maloney awaits the arrival of her husband Patrick after a rather long, tedious day at home.
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What is the main symbol in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?
The Lamb
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BLOOD is an example of this kind of literary device in the story "Stains"
Symbol
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"She loved to luxuriate in the presence of this man, and to feel - almost as a sunbather feels the sun - that warm male glow that came out of him to her when they were alone together."
Which form of characterization is this?
Direct comment from narrator.
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Which story features the theme of revenge?
Lamb to the slaughter
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Describe the rising action of "The Michelle I Know."
Michelle feels bad because Rob has gone to the dance with Vanessa. Michelle feels self conscious about her looks.
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What is the person vs. self conflict in "The Michelle I Know"
Michelle fighting her own mind: that Rob would go with Vanessa
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Brenda, the nurse is a classic example of a ________ character?
Static
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"She twists the jeans, wringing out
as much water as she can, sets them carefully beside the sink."
Which for of characterization is this?
Speech and actions of the character
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What epiphany does the Sniper experience at the end of the story?
That war is merciless, indiscriminate and brutal.
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What is resolution of "The Sniper"?
The Sniper finds out he has killed his brother.
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What is the mood set in "the Sniper?" Use a quote to back up your answer
Dark, foreboding.
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The beginning of a story is also known as the ___________ ?
Exposition
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“Go home,” they told her, “there’s nothing you can do here. We’ll call you” ... is an examples of
Speech from another character
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Which three stories feature the theme of anticipation?
How so?
"The Michelle I Know"
"Stains"
"Lamb to the Slaughter"
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What are the five sequences of plot structure, BACKWARDS
What is the "person versus environment" conflict that takes place in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?
Mary's battle with domestic life.
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Name three instances of irony in three different stories.
Michelle I Know: The hospital is beside a noisy area.
Lamb to the Slaughter: The detectives eat the weapon.
The Sniper: Hero kills his own brother.
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Define one character by following the four types of characterization
You decide.
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Name one theme that is in two works.
"The Sniper"
"Lamb to the Slaughter" = Murder
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Select one story and describe the five main parts of the plot structure
Exposition - Michelle is in the hospital
Rising Action - Rob has gone to the dance with Vanessa
Climax - Michelle meets Claude, will Rob come?
Falling Action - Rob comes!
Resolution - The two are happy together!