Basics
What is the title of the story we are reading in class?
The Watchmen
What does memorabilia mean?
objects kept or collected because of their historical interest, especially those associated with memorable people or events
Name one character from The Watchmen
Ms. Jupiter, The Comedian, Rorschach, Edward Blake
Give one example of symbolism in The Watchmen
smiley face, Rorschach's mask
What exam have we been reviewing for?
NYS English Regents Exam
What is foreshadowing?
be a warning or indication of (a future event)
What does promiscuity mean?
having or characterized by many transient sexual relationships
Name two bad things Edward Blake did when he was alive
Who's perspective is the story of The Watchmen told from?
Rorschach
What other school do I teach at?
Brookfield
What genre is The Watchmen?
Graphic novel
What is Tijuana?
a city in Mexico
What is the general setting of The Watchmen?
October 1985, NYC
Give one example of foreshadowing in The Watchmen
Ed Blake's death, smiley face, "The end is nigh" sign, flashbacks
Is The Watchmen fiction or non-fiction
Fiction
Who is the author of The Watchmen
Alan Moore
What does discord mean?
disagreement between people
What is the symbol we often see in The Watchmen?
Smiley face
What does subversion mean?
the undermining of the power and authority of an established system or institution
Who was Night Owl?
Edward Blake
Who is the colorist/illustrator of The Watchmen?
David Moore
What does degraded mean?
treated or regarded with contempt or disrespect.
Psychology/psycho-analysis
What does insurmountable mean?
too great to be overcome.
What is the tone of The Watchmen?
Violent, mysterious