English midterm review guide (Duran)
In the Declaration of Independence, Jefferson's statement that government are intuited to secure basic human right, the argument logically follows that
Any form of government that suppresses people's freedom should be overthrown
What is logos?
Appeal to audience reason
What is ethos?
Appealing to Speaker status or authority,
What is Pathos?
Appeals to emotions
What does Dansforth symbolize in the court?
Authority in the court
Who is called to back up John's testimony? What happens?
Elizabeth Procter but she lies to protect her husband reputation of committing lechery. Now his reputation and testimony are now in question because he said his wife never lies and she was suppose to back up his testimony.
What is the subject in Olaquah Equinano?
End slavery The struggle he is going though and resenting the white people and those that are die. To show his experience
Why does Danforth say that Hale has no authority to enter the jail?
Danforth says that Hale has no authority because Hale quit the court.
Who is Betty?
Daughter of Reverend Paris
Who is Ruth?
Daughter of the Putnams
What point of view is Museum Indian told in?
Daughter point of view
What do creation myths specially talk about?
Describes how the universe, the earth, and life began Explains the workings of the natural world Supports and validates social customs and values Guides people through the trails of living
Who is the audience of the Olauqah Equinano?
Directed toward everyone. He shows the white are bad we can infer this through his purpose.
What evidence does Cheever have against Elizabeth?
Doll that Abigail claimed that stabbed her while eating dinner through black magic like a voodo doll
Explain why Cheever is both astonished and afraid when he finds the poppet with the needle in it?
Earlier, Abigail had a fit and Parris pulled a needle out of her midsection. Cheever believes the poppet with the needle in it is proof that Elizabeth performed witchcraft on Abigail and caused her to injury.
Cause: Abigail has an affair with John Procter
Effect: Abigail is dismissed from the Procter household
Cause: Reverend Hale begins questioning Abigail
Effect: Abigail says Tituba made them do it.
Cause: Procter does not like the way Parris teaches about hell.
Effect: John Procter does not go to church very often
Cause: Betty and Ruth could not get out of bed. Doctor called it unnatural causes.
Effect: Reverend John Hale (expert in Witchcraft) is called from Beverly
Cause: Goody Putnam lost seven children in childbirth.
Effect: She asks Ruth to go with Tituba to find out why
Cause: Tituba will die or has to confess to witchcraft.
Effect: Tituba accuses Goody Godo and Goody Osburn of witchcraft.
What is a Tragedy?
Recounts the downfall of a main character (usually in the title)
What is round character?
one who changes because of events in the story
What is setting in Act 4 of the Crucible?
A cell in Salem jail
Who is Mary Warren?
Current servant for the Procters
Which of the following statements most appeals to the emotions of horror and disgust?
"He is at this time transporting large armies... to complete the works of death, desolation, and tyranny..."
In which of these statements does Henry use an anaphora?
"We have petitioned; we have remonstrated; we have supplicated"
What is an Origin myth?
- a traditional story that explains how life began. Often, they also explain how a feature of the world was formed or how a specific social custom began
In what year did the witchcraft hysteria sweep across Massachusetts?
1692
What time and place of the Olaudah Equiano?
1789 slavery on the rise, first hand experience of what slaves suffered being taken away from their homes and moving.
What year was the Crucible write during?
1953
During this time, how many people were executed in Massachusetts?
20 people executed
What did a holiday from work mean for the Puritans?
A holiday from work meant only that they must concentrate even more upon prayer.
What is an aside?
A short speech or comment that is delivered by a character, breaking the fourth wall.
What is a tragic hero? Who is the tragic hero and why?
A tragic hero is main character usually a protagonist that is killed.
If Mary contradicts Abigail, how is she "charging cold murder on Abigail"?
Abby is lying only so that Elizabeth will get sentenced to death.
How could you describe the real Abigail Williams? Support your answer with evidence from the play.
Abigail Williams is a manipulative and vengeful person. In the play, she states "let either breathe or the edge of a sword... I can make you wish you never seen the sun go down. With this quote we can infer that Abigail is threatening the other girls if they speak, she will make them pay.
Why does Mary Warren? Change her story?
After cracking under pressure; with the other girls mocking her: causing her to accuse John Procter
Which of the following is an example of a rhetorical device? Rhetorical question Repetition Biblical allusion All of the above
All of the above
"We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of that siren till she transforms us into beasts," This is an example of
Allusion
"Give me liberty or give me death!" is an example of
Antithesis
"You drank a charm to kill Goody Procter"
Betty says this quote. It is spoken to the gourd of girls, Abigail, Mary and Mercy. The significance to show that Abigail lied about not being part of the event. This theme may refocus as she will go to any length to get rid of Mrs.Procter.
What is the verbal irony?
Character says on things but means something else
What do the chief words to his wife about the dream reflect about the beliefs of the Onondaga? (The Earth on Turtle's Back)
Chief's words reflect he has great respect for dreams and nature
What are the 4 steps to nonviolent campaign?
Collection of facts, negotiation, self purification, and direct action.
What were some hardships that the colonists were facing? To whom did they attribute this misfortune?
Colonists faced bitter, sickness, and death, devastating fires, drought and insect infestations that killed their crops. The devil attributed their misfortunes to the powers of evil the Devil.
What was Giles arrested for?
Contempt
What does the Purtain first Governor of Massachusetts Bay colony Governor preach?
Convicted that God had elected him to salvation Save people relationship with God and the people He stresses on relationship with God and other City upon a hill
What does the quote mean; "it burns down all concealment" what does Judge Danforth mean by this?
Crucible is hot and heated. The truth will come out.
Who is Hale?
Expert from Beverly on witchcraft
What did Enlightenment thinkers believe?
Expressed the ideas of the Enlightenment (the burst of intellectual energy taking place in Europe. Enlightenment thinkers had begun to question previously accepted truths about who should hold the power in the government. Their thinking pointed the way to a government by the people. Concentrated on political writing, matters of government rather than religion. Used pamphlets and propaganda to spread ideas. Focused on natural law and human rights Played a key role in the creation of a new nation
What is the them of the Crucible?
Fear and suspicion are infectious and can turn into mass hysteria. The destructive power of guilt, revenge, and the failure of a judicial system fueled by ideology instead of justice.
John Procter seems to be the only voice of reason in the confusing end of Act 2. What are some examples?
First she says they are a family of faith. No one questions Abigail. Then he says why do you take every Abigail stays in stone.
What does "The Tide Rises, the Tide Falls" theme?
Focus on nature There will be good and bad life but life will continue.
What used key words are used in both poems?
Footprints
"We burn a hot here; it burn down all concealment" what does Judge Danforth mean by this? How is this foreshadowing possible secrets that will be exposed later.
Foreshadowing things are gonna get more getting worse and people making accusations will get exposed. The town is crazy with everything getting heated. The concealment will get to the truth. The truth will be burned away and the lies will come out. The court burns away what they want to burn away.
Who calls the girls fraud quote?
Francis Nurse
Henry sees the basic question of the debate as a choice between
Freedom and slavery
What is Hale's advice to Procter?
Get a lawyer
How and why does Giles die? Why wasn't he hanged?
Giles is killed while putting stones upon his chest. He was not hanged because he did not deny the charge but refused to cooperate. He was pressed by stones to death so the children can inherit the property.
What does Giles Corey tell Judge Danforth about his previous court hearings and how does he try to establish credibility with Judge Danforth?
Giles met Danforth when he was at his father's trail
What will happen to Goody Obsurn? Why?
Goody Obsurn will hang for not confessing.
What is the theme of Act 1 of the Crucible?
Greed and jealousy
What animals did Sky spirit create? how? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
Grizzly bears; he took the big end of his giant stick and made all the animals that walked on th earth, the biggest of which were the grizzly bears.
How is Rev. Hale being sarcastic?
Hale is being sarcastic by contradicting because he telling them to lie knowing it sin by save them from dying for something you have not done. Encouraging them to lie it eases his conscience that innocent people due to his actions. He misread the situation and did not ruin his reputation.
Why has Hale returned? How has he changed? Why has he changed?
Hale returned to convince others to confess so they can live. He has changed because in beginning he was sure there was witches in the town but realized it was because of Abigail.
How does Reverend Parris respond to Abigail's explanation about what he encountered in the woods?
He asks her to tell her the truth and he saw someone running in the forest naked.
Why does John Proctor choose to hang? What does he thereby accomplish?
He chooses to hang because he felt guilt for what he had done. He accomplish that he rather die than sign away to a lie that will hurt the one thing he has left his name.
Why does Proctor confess? Why will he not name names? Why will he not let Danforth have his signed paper?
He confessed so he can be with his family and live. He refuses to give names because he says he can only speak of his own sins and I can not judge another.
What does Hale do when Procter is arrested?
He denounces the proceedings and quits
How do you interpret Elizabeth's statement, "He have his goodness now?"
He finally to forgive himself what he did to Elizabeth. Without dying he would be unable to forgive himself.
How is Procter not a Gospel Christian?
He has plowed once or twice on Sunday. He comes to church once a month.
What is Giles Corey's proof that Thomas Putnam is "reaching out for land"? Why won't he reveal his source?
He has witness hearing Putnam talking about. Won't reveal his source so they won't get in trouble.
What do Herrick's lines imply about his character?
He is ruler follower and does what he told no matter the circumstances just in most people in Salem. Drunk and feels guilty for his actions. Drinks to cope.
Explain the metaphor "the magistrate sifts in your heart that judges you"
He is the judge himself, even if Elizabeth does not know he will know what he did.
How have Hale's opinions of accused changed by the end of Act 2?
He realize that the town has gone crazy, but says he can do nothing and is up to the courts
What is Reverend Hale's advice as John Procter is about to read his disposition before the court, regarding Mary Warren?
He says watch what you say.
What does Hale's motivation for visiting the Procters tell the audience about his personality?
He wants to find the truth, he wants to see all sides and see if they are a Christina family.
Who is Rebecca Nurse?
Her presence has a calming effect on Betty
Who is Thomas Putnam?
His grandfather had a habit of willing away land that didn't belong to him, according to Procter
Explain how Hale tests Procter belief in God, as well as the irony in how Procter fails Hail test.
His test to say the 0 commandments he says all of them except for commandment about adultery.
What natural phenomena is explained by this origin myth? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
How creation began
What simile does Rev. Hale use to characterize his behavior and attitude when he first arrived in Salem? What happened when he bestowed his "gifts" on his bride?
I came into his village like a bridegroom to his beloved, bearing gift of high religion the very crowns of holy law I brought, and what I touched with my bright confidence it died: and where he turned the eye of my great faith, blood flowed up. Hale good intentions thought there was witches only to the destroy good intentions destroy the town.
Describe the power Abigail has in the courtroom.
If Abigail says it must be truth. She accuses different people and she is the judge. Based of her and the girls reaction the accused are sentenced to jail or set free.
Explain Procter's quote: "if a girl's a Saint now, I think it is not easy to prove she is a fraud, and the town gone silly"
If someone speaks against Abigail is considered false: Abigail says is fact and everyone is fooled by that.
What are the Putnam real motives?
If the person be hanged, only Putnam has enough money to but the land.
What does Jefferson say has been the King's reaction to the colonists' repeated petitions?
Inflicting further harm on them
What do you think John Proctor means when he says, "God is dead!"?
Innocence goodness is being killed when people are accusing other for ulterior motives and people believing these accusations.
What paper did 91 people sign? What is going to happen to them?
It is a paper to declare the good opinions of Rebecca and my wife and Martha Corey. Those who signed it will be questioned by the court.
What is the climax in Act 3?
John calling Abigail a w*******
Explain the demand Procter makes of Mary Warren at the end of scene one and her significant response to his threat.
John demands that Mary testifies against Abby and she tell him that Abby will charge with lechery
What lie does Elizabeth notice Procter told? How does this feed her current suspicious?
John says he spoke with Abby in a crowd of people which is a life they were alone.
what is a comedy?
Light and humorous tone
What is the theme for Psalm of Life?
Live in the moment and do what you want to do in your life Individualism
Danforth quotes "I have seen people chocked before my eyes by spirits. I have seen them stick my pins and slashed by daggers" which shows a
Logical fallacy
Identify the appeal that is being made in the following quote. "The right to free speech is not only included in the First Amendment, but it is basic right. These protestors should have no problem rallying on the courthouse steps'
Logos
What does Danforth accuse Mary of?
Lying or perjury
To what do historians attribute the accusations in Salem? Explain.
Many historians have seen a pattern of social and economic animosity behind the accusations, but most scholars feel that mass hysteria was also a contributing factor.
What happens in beginning of Act 3?
Martha Corey questioned and Corey Giles says Thomas Putnam is reaching for land.
Who accuses John Procter of witchcraft?
Mary Warren
How does Mary Warren save herself from a whipping? Who does Elizabeth believe accused her of witchcraft and why? What does Elizabeth's comment about "a promise" indicate?
Mary says that someone accused Elizabeth of witchcraft she defended her by saying. She hasn't seen anything strange happen. Elizabeth y thinks Abby accused her of witchcraft. Her comment of the promise, if she dies don't let Abigail take her role of being Procter wife.
If something is unalienable,
May not be taken away
Civic Disobedience setting
Mexican war
What is a foil
Minor character who pro videos a striking contest to another character, highlighting aspects of their personality.
The Earth on Turtle's Back background
Native American believed that each living thing possesses a unique power that sustains it and affects others. Great Spirit- the source of all life.
Who is Tituba?
Negro slave from Barbados who claims the devil told her to kill Parris.
What does John say a man not cast away his good name. You surely know.
No one would say false things to hurt your own reputation
What news do we learn about Rebecca Nurse?
Nurse will be killed.
Who is the speaker in the interesting Narrative of the Life of Olaudah Equian?
Olaudah himself in first person.
Native American Literature
Oral Tradition Often depicts the connection between Native Americans and nature Oratory, or public speaking was an important part of the oral tradition of Native Americans
Who was Abigail Williams?
Orphaned niece of Parris. Had an affair with Procter and was dismissed from the household
How has Parris changed? Why doesn't the news that Abigail and Mercy have left town affect the decision of the court? How is Danforth a victim of his own logic?
Parris has realized that the people accused did not commit witchcraft. Abigail and Mercy are gone. Abigail stole Parris money. They already killed innocent people but can't stop the executions because it would undermine the court authority. Danforth is a victim of his own logic because he is constantly relies on witnesses.
Describe Reverend Parris
Parris is in his mid forties, has a very little good said about him. Believed he was being persecuted wherever he went, despite his best efforts to win God to his side. He is a widower with no interest in children, or talent with them.
Who is Mercy Lewis?
Parris saw this girl naked in the woods.
Identify the appeal that is being made in the following quote. "Speeding cars are a huge danger to our children, our pets, and our community in general. That's why I'm proposing we install 10 speed bumps in five of our major streets."
Pathos
Who were the Puritans?
People who came to America in search of religious freedom Believed the Bible was the sole expression
What are the themes in the Crucible?
Personal liberty, need for integrity, and human bond.
The main purpose of Henry's "Speech at the Virginia Convection" is to?
Persuade the colonists to enter into war against Britain
What does Procter's hesitation to travel to Salem indicate about his inner conflict?
Procter hesitation show he may have feelings for Abigail. If he accuses Elizabeth his reputation will be gone for committing adultery.
What is the setting in Act 2?
Procter house EIGHT DAYS what has happened
What did the Puritans believed about the forest? Why did they think this?
Puritans believe that the forest was the devil's last preverse, his home base and the citadel his final stand. They thought the forest was the last place on earth that was not paying image to God because few Indians converted.
"There is a murdering witch among us, bound to keep herself in the dark."
Putnam says this, he speaking to Mrs.Putnam and Parris. He talks about if someone is a witch, they should kick them out and punish them. This theme will reoccur because they will believe there are more witches and keep accusing people of being witches
Explain Francis' metaphor: "My wife is very brick and mortar of the church"
Rebecca is the foundation of the community with her soul.
What is anaphor?
Repeats for a purpose
Why is Reverend Parris praying at the beginning of Act One?
Reverend Parris is praying for his daughter, Betty because she has woken up and doctor says it an unnatural cause.
What is it about Rev Parris's actions that make him an unlikely tragic hero?
Reverend Parris would unlikely be a tragic hero because he self centered on thinking about his reputation and he has showed any change through out the book. A tragic hero would die for a good cause unlike him he would die for his selfish actions and thoughts.
Who is Parris?
Reverend of Salem and former businessman in Barbados. He feels his salary is too low.
Form the Declaration of Independence, what can be inferred about Jefferson's general attitude toward revolution?
Revolution is a method of last resort
What rhetorical device does Henry use in the sentence "Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great in a great and arduous struggle for liberty ?
Rhetorical question
What is the setting in Act 3?
Room of the Salem meeting house
The mother feels ______________ about the museum?
Sad about the museum having what belonged to her family
What is the setting of Act 3?
Salem Courthouse
What is Ann Putnam?
Sent her daughter to conjure spirits after losing seven children in childbirth.
Henry says that the British obviously don't intend to grant their petitions but want to subdue the colonies instead since the British have
Sent their army and navy
What was the setting of the Declaration of Independence?
September 1774
What is Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God about?
Sermon delivered by Jonathan Edwards The effects caused an emotional uproar in the congregation Message- only God can save you from damnation
Identify the speaker's age, gender, class, and education
Shares his story he is 11 years old. He is a slave being transported. He wanted to fight against slavery what he suffered during his years.
What did the narrator mom do when she moved out of the city? (Museum Indians)
She cut her hair to blend in but never felt like she blended in.
Why does Mary warren reverse her position?
She feels cornered by the girls. She was given the options to confess to witchcraft or be hanged.
What does Mrs. Putnam reveal about her life soon after she is first introduced in the play? What does she want as a result?
She gave birth to seven babies who died immediately after they were born. As a result, she believes the Devil is the reason she lost the babies.
What is the relationship between Abigail and Reverend Parris? Why does she live with hm?
She is his niece. She lives with him because she was kicked out of Procter house for sleeping with John Procter.
What does Procter say about his wife?
She never lies
What does Abigail pretend their is?
She pretends they see a bird and the other girls start acting
What does Elizabeth say the real reason she dismissed Abigail?
She was dissatisfied
Upon Mary Warren's return, she brings many things with her: What present does Mary Warren give to Elizabeth How many people have been arrested so far? What did Sarah Good do? What other news is revealed about Goody Good?
She was given a doll. 39 people have been arrested. Sarah Good and Goody Good confessed.
What happened to Rebecca Nurse?
She was sentenced to death.
The daughter feels in Museum Indians
She will have her mother beautiful hair
Why did Sky Spirit send his daughter to the top of the lodge? What curiosity got the best of her? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
Sky Spirit asked his daughter to climb up to the smoke hole and ask the wind spirit to blow more gently and tell him I'm afraid he will blow the mountain over. Her Curiosity of looking at the ocean got the best of her.
What caused trees to grow? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
Sky Spirit putting his finger on the ground
Muskrat makes a desperate and risky swim. How does society benefit from brave actions like this?
Society benefits by finding the earth through the determination of the underdog the Muskrat.
What is the setting in the Speech in the Virginia Convection?
Spring of 1778
What two pieces of evidence are brought against Procter in regard to his Christian nature?
Such a Christian that will come to church once in a month! Procter says I have one or twice plowed on Sunday.
Who is Giles Corey?
Sues his neighbors over trivial matters and wonders why his wife reads "strange books"
Hawthorne thinks of a test for Mary. What is it? Can she do it? Why or why not?
Test to see if she can faint. She can not do it without the leadership of others. She also sacred what the girls will do.
What experience gave Miller the original idea for The Crucible?
The McCarthyism ear where McCarty was investigated for possible associations with communist party.
What is uniquely American about those themes?
The Place The past The Vision (hopes for future)
How did the quest for greater individual freedom lead to the witch-hunt?
The Puritans did not believe in individual freedom. Witch was a preserve manifestation of the panic which set in among all classes when the balance began to turn toward greater individual freedom.
What was the Sky Spirit's reaction? What were his punishments to the grizzly? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
The Sky spirit was mad. He killed the grandmother. He made the Grizzlies walk on four legs and never talk again.
Explain the differences (When Grizzlies Walked Upright and The Earth on Turtle's Back)
The Turtle Back shows other animal helping to reach the earth all coming together. In When Grizzlies walked upright, the god had more human like qualities such as emotion: was angry and punished the Grizzlies.
What are key historial themes in creating a nation?
The US was founded on the Enlightenment ideas- that people are good Founded on morals and religion Settlers, the forest/wildness is associated with evil/devil. Native Americans land was beloved and well known.
"A person is either with this court then you're going against it, there be no road between" Explain the importance of Danforth's statement.
The accused aren't going to win and if you disagree with the court then you're going against the court and God.
What is the protagonist?
The central character of the play
What is the antagonist?
The character opposes protagonist
What characteristics of the turtle are explained in this origin myth? (The Earth on turtle Back)
The characteristics are determination, wisdom, and courage.
What became of the children of the Sky Spirit's daughter and the grizzly? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
The children of the Sky Spirt's daughter and the grizzly became the first Indians.
Parris is accused of overthrowing
The court by Procter
What does the dagger symbolize?
The dagger left at Parris house represents the potential for violence that is just below the surface in Salem. As a result he tries to postpone the executions.
What is the mood?
The emotion created in the reader by part of all of the work
As stated in the Declaration of Independence, what had the colonies reminded their "British brethren about?
The idea that all should have equal freedoms and rights
Describe the actions of the Swans, the Beaver, and the Duck. How does these actions exhibit the best actions of human nature? (The Earth on Turtle Back)
The swans caught the women from the Sky. The beaver tried to swim deep, he did, it was dark but he could not reach the bottom. The Duck dove first tried to reach the bottom but he could not and floated back. These best actions of human nature shows what great lengths the animals will do when they are determined.
Consider the purpose of the myth (what is it teaching) and the tone it's warning? Angry? Optimistic? Informative? To help arrive at some possibilities (The Navajo Origin Legend)
The teaching of how the first men were created from crown. It shows the importance of wind. The tone is informative because it is telling a story
What is the Native American Experience?
The tribes followed an oral tradition, passed down generation vs generation. They were culturally rich and diverse. Many genres of spoken literature Explored common themes
Henry uses rational argument to convince his readers that
The war is inevitable, and the colonies must fight
What future event does Henry compare to a "storm"?
The war with Britain
How can we see that dreams are important in The Earth on Turtle's Back?
The women has a dream and the husband does what the wife said. This shows that value the importance of dreams
Why does this happen when people criticize the court?
They are accused of overthrowing the court and they are removed and arrested.
What is the effect of Sarah Good's and Tituba talk about flying south? Why does include Miller include it?
They are talking about for fun but in reality they know they will die. Miller includes to show that once it said and done you can't take it.
List the common events, characters, etc. that these two versions of the story share. (When Grizzlies Walked Upright and The Earth on Turtle's Back)
They both involve nature. They both are creation stories. In both animals talked.
What do the girls do to Mary? What is her response?
They repeat what she says and they act like they see a bird. She cracks under the pressure and has an outburst and joins Abigail again.
Explain the ironic ultimatum the head of the court has given to those who have been arrested.
They tell them to confess or die.
What happens when people seem to criticize the court's proceedings?
They will be arrested for objecting to the court procedures.
How does she describe the mother braid as?
Thick, bald, glossy as sequins
Explain Hale's quote: "Man, remember until an hour before the devil fell, God thought him beautiful in Heaven"
This means that everyone is capable of evil
Who is Tituba? What conflict is she involved in as the story opens?
Tituba is slave in her forties. Parris brought her form Barbados. The conflict is Parris daughter. They are arguing over how sick Betty is.
Why does Danforth allow Elizabeth to speak to John Proctor? How has she changed toward her husband? Why doesn't she take Hale's advice?
To convince John Procter to confess and not die. She understands that she can no longer convince him and John feels that he can only forgive himself for what he done by dying.
Why does he try to make this deal?
To protect the court credibility from accusations from John Procter.
Why does Parris want to all people who signed the petition?
To question them for going against the court of God
Why does Procter bring Mary Warren to court?
To save his wife and expose Abigail for her true colors.
Why do Giles and Francis want to talk to Danforth?
To try to clear their wives names of witchcraft
What are the types of drama?
Tragedy or comedy
When the girls stay alone, the reader finds out what truly happened in the forest. Who was there and what took place?
We find out Abigail drank blood to kill Mrs. Procter in the forest. Mary was an observer. Mercy ran around naked. Tituba was involved in these events of witchcraft.
What is dramatic irony?
What a character thinks and what the audience knows to be true
How did the Sky Spirit's daughter end up living with the grizzlies? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
When Sky Spirit daughter was taken by the wind.
When the grizzly bear was first created (in this myth) what was different about it (from the grizzly we know today)? (When Grizzlies Walked Upright)
When grizzly bears were first created they could walk and talk. Now, they walk on all fours and don't talk.
What happened to the wife of ancient chief when the young men uprooted the tree? Why did this action cause so much concern among the animals? (The Earth on Turtle's Back)
When uprooting the tree she leaned too far forward which causes her to fall down the opening. This action causes concern because she does not look like the animals and does not have webbed feet.
What were the early American themes?
Wilderness (Nature) Community and Independence Individualism Self-Reliance
What opportunities did the witch-hunt offer the citizens of Salem?
Witch hunt offered citizens of Salem long-held hatreds neighbors could be openly and vengeance was taken, despite the Bible's charitable injunctions. A long overdue opportunity for everyone so inclined to express publicly guilt and sins under the cover of accusation against- the victims.
How does Abigail's behavior change when alone with Procter? What do we learn about Abigail and Procter in this scene?
With Procter she acts lovey dovey caring and nice. While with the girls she is mean, vengeful, and manipulative. In this scene we learn that Procter wants to break up with her.
Role of Early American Writers
Writer as Oral Poet and Historian Writer as Preacher and Lawmaker Writer as Autobiographer
What is flat character?
a character that does not change
What is a logical fallacy?
an idea or argument that appears logical though it is based on a completely faulty premise
What is talked about In the Navajo Origin Legend?
four gods North, West, East and South Talks about the concept of marriage
In the declaration of rights section of this public document, it states that
people have the right to overthrow a government that denies basic right
Henry begins his speech with
polite references to other speakers
What are Archetypes?
symbols, patterns, or character types that repeat
