Literature Essay Samples Page 812

1. Briefly describe the symbolism of Scout’s nickname and how it is appropriate. Scout is a curious person, always asking too much questions. Scout is stubborn, always thinks she is right. Scout also likes to examine things and try everything. 2. What does Jem’s response to Scout’s chewing the gum tell the reader about his…

Heart of Darkness (1900) is one of Conrad’s most ambiguous and difficult stories, a tale which has captivated critics with its profuse imagery and philosophical and psychological suggestiveness. Heart of Darkness has its important public side, as an angry document on absurd and brutal exploitation. In Heart of Darkness, Conrad takes his deepest look into…

Romeo and Juliet met at a Caplet’s ball and instantly fell in love. Despite being from rival families, their love prevailed over their differences. They decided to marry in hopes of bringing an end to the ongoing feuds between their families. However, upon Juliet’s return home, she discovered her parents had already arranged a secret…

In Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451 there are those who defend the cause of language; those who attempt to destroy the value of words and those who are victims of the abuse of power over language and thought, wielded by the government. The fireman, Montag, attempts to use language as weapon against the entrenched ignorance of…

By learning the most effective strategies for comprehension and how to teach them to students, the researcher aims to provide a strong foundation for success. Despite the school’s NAT result meeting or exceeding expectations, the researcher believes there is room for improvement. In the reading class, third-grade pupils scored 84%, but scores dropped in the…

Edward Estlin Cummings, born in 1894 and known as E.E. Cummings, was an American poet. He was the second most widely read poet in the United States, following Robert Frost. Cummings gained immense popularity, particularly among younger readers, for his experimental approach to poetry. He pushed the boundaries by experimenting with form, punctuation, spelling, and…

Nathaniel Hawthorne’s “The Birthmark” illustrates how one’s obsessions and moral weakness leads to another’s questioning of their self-image and drives the pursuit of perfection in our society. The main character, Aylmer, develops an obsession with becoming a world renowned alchemist, yet falls short when he sets his goals and cannot accomplish them. The unrealistic goals…

Simply stated, pupils should analyze Shakespeare ’ s works in school because of the unbelievable value within them. In add-on to exposing pupils to a battalion of literary techniques, Shakespeare ’ s plays challenge the pupil with hard linguistic communication and manner, show a profound cognition of human behaviour and offer penetration into the universe…

Story response log 19 : “Wakefield” – Nathaniel Hawthorne Setting: In the city of London, England in a span of 20 years Characters: -Mr. Wakefield- A middle aged man, who one day decides to leave his home, and return many years later, as if nothing has happened -Mrs. Wakefield- Wakefield’s faithful wife, who awaited his…

“Once you have a fair idea of where you want to go, your first move will be to apply yourself in school. You’re a student –whether the idea appeals to you or not” (189). In the novel, The Catcher in the Rye written by J. D. Salinger, the main character, Holden Caulfield fails himself and…