Vocab
What is the definition of 'motivation' and what is motivation caused by (3 words)?
The driving force or reason that propels an individual to act or behave in a certain way
People, setting, circumstances/situation/environment
In "The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet," explain each of the point of views of the Capulet and Montague families. How does each family view justice? Explain your answer.
The Capulets are upset that their cousin has been killed and want revenge in the form of Romeo's death. Their form of justice is 'eye for an eye.' The Montagues believe that Romeo should be spared because Tybalt committed an injustice first. Their form of justice is revenge should be justified.
In the Sprite commerical, Lebron and Lil Yachty are shown drinking the soda and singing songs about Sprite. What 2 appeals are being used here? How do you know?
Ethos- Lebron, Lil Yachty, and Sprite is a credible source
Pathos- People who are fans of the two celebrities will be more prone to buy the drink
Hypokrites
At the beginning of the play, what do Antigone and Ismene disagree about?
a. Ismene wanted to take the blame with Antigone when she admitted to burying Polyneices
b. Antigone believed that their family is doomed while Ismene didn't
c. Ismene was trying to persuade Antigone not to bury the body because she was going to break the law
d. Antigone wanted to sing Polyneices a song to give him a proper burial
c. Ismene was trying to persuade Antigone not to bury the body because she was going to break the law
What is the definition of 'indirect characterization'?
Characterization that occurs when the narrator or author shows the character interacting with others, thinking about circumstances, or speaking his or her thoughts aloud
In "White Teeth," Samad states this, "Our children will be born of our actions. Our accidents will become their destinies." How does this line convey characterization for Samad? What might be the purpose of these statements?
This line conveys characterization because this line shows that Samad is a caring individual who worries for future generations. The purpose could be to warn people to be aware of the things they do in order to protect their children. Every action they take has purpose and will trickle down to their children.
In an allergy medication commercial, there is a list of attributes that show what is good about the allergy medication such as: powerful, non-drowsy, 24-hours. There are even customers who say that it really works. What appeal is being used here and how do you know?
Logos- Facts/Statistics to show that the medication works and even backs it up with customers to prove that the statistics are legit.
When was Sophocles born and how long did he live for?
496BC; 90 years
How does Creon justify treating the brothers so differently after their deaths?
a. Polyneices is the one who saved the city while Eteocles led men into slavery
b. Eteocles is the one who saved Eurydice from the slaves while Polyneices enslaved Eurydice
c. Creon just has favorites like Ms. Yim
d. Eteocles is the one who saved the city while Polyneices led men into slavery
d. Eteocles is the one who saved the city while Polyneices led men into slavery
What is the definition of 'ethos' and give an example of how a commercial would use 'ethos'.
Ethics; Establishing personal credentials, getting your audience to trust you
Ethos could be used in a commecial by having a famous brand name or logo or a famous person for customers to trust
In "Tragedy of Julius Caesar" Passage 1, Marc Antony repeats the words, 'honorable' and 'ambitious.' What effect does this repetition have?
He uses the word 'honorable' sarcastically to emphasize that Brutus actually is not an honorable man because he is ruining Caesar's reputation. He repeats the word 'ambition' to show that Brutus is constantly trying to tarnish Caesar's character. Antony uses these words over and over again to appeal to the audience's emotions.
In "Tragedy of Julius Caesar," Marc Antony states, "Come I to speak in Caesar's funeral. He was my friend, faithful and just to me"
What appeal is he using here? How do you know?
Pathos- Speaking to the audience's emotions and hoping they feel bad for him as he states that his friend was faithful and just expressing that Caesar was a good friend to Antony, that he was not only a bad leader.
A plot that involves intense emotion, with a horrible truth that leads to release is called? (2 words)
Catharsis or Purification
After Creon's argument with Haemon, the Chorus leader asks how Creon plans to kill Antigone. What is his plan?
a. He plans to kill her right in front of Haemon
b. He plans to take her on a path no one uses and hiding her in a cavern of rocks and kill her there
c. He plans to have Haemon kill his own bride in front of the whole city
d. He plans for the Chorus leader to sneak up behind her and kill her
b. He plans to take her on a path no one uses and hiding her in a cavern of rocks and kill her there
How is Creon considered a 'dynamic character'?
Creon is considered a dynamic character because he evolves and changes throughout the story. He goes from being a just and powerful ruler to an angry and unreasonable person who only cares about his own views and beliefs.
In "Les Mis," how does Fantine appeal to Javert's sense of justice and sense of mercy?
Fantine explains that she was not in the wrong and it was due to the unkind gentleman who put snow down her back. She also brings her daughter into the conversation so that she can appeal to Javert's emotions
In "Antigone," Haemon states, "Your gaze makes citizens afraid– they can't say anything you would not like to hear But in the darkness I can hear them talk– the city is upset about the girl. They say of all women here she least deserves the worst of deaths for her most glorious act." What appeal is he using here?
Logos- Facts to prove that the city is talking badly about Creon because of his punishment for Antigone. This shows he's trying to convince Creon that people will not like his ruling because of this.
A tragic hero is a good person who is brought down by an "act of injustice" which is called?
Hamartia
What is Teiresias' prophecy to Creon?
Creon will lose his own son, Haemon to death
Who are 3 foil characters in the play, "Antigone"? Explain how they are foils to Creon.
Antigone-
Ismene-
Guard-
In "Oedipus Rex," what does the decree that Oedipus gives the city of Thebes reveal about him as a ruler? Is he strict or lenient? How do you know?
The decree reveals that Oedipus is a lenient ruler because he is trying to protect the city. Oedipus is looking out for his citizens by warning them to bring forward the murderer so that the city won't be cursed.
In "Antigone," when Creon states, "Indeed, my son, that's how your heart should always be resolved, to stand behind your father's judgement on every issue. That's what men pray for– obedient children growing up at home who will pay back their father's enemies." What appeal is being used here? Explain how you know.
Pathos- Creon is trying to appeal to Haemon's emotions of what it means to be a son that loves and respects his father. He's telling him that that's what fathers pray for.
"Antigone" is a play that deals with a curse placed upon the family for a crime committed against the gods. The curse begins with which prophecy? Name the characters involved.
The curse is given to King Laius and Queen Jocasta of Thebes that their son, Oedipus, will kill his father and marry his own mother.
How does Eurydice react to the news that Haemon has died?
She says absolutely nothing and returns to the palace