E10: Unit 2

Based on the affixes used with the base word sense, what part of speech is insensitive and what does it mean? Adam was insensitive to the needs of others and ignored people's reactions if he offended them.

It is an adjective meaning "not aware of the feelings of others; unfeeling."

What is significant about the guards' appearance in the illustration?

It shows that there are witnesses to Antigone's crime.

A central idea in Part 4 of Antigone is that Creon's prideful actions have offended the gods and, for violating their laws, he will be punished. Which lines from the play best support this idea?

-TEIRESIAS Then understand this well—you will not seethe sun race through its cycle many times before you lose a child of your own loins,a corpse in payment for these corpses. -TEIRESIAS In your arrogance you've moved a living soul into a grave. ...And so destroying avengers wait for you,Furies of Hades and the gods, who'll see you caught up in this very wickedness.

How can an author slow down the pacing in a literary text?

-include detailed descriptions of scenes -use flashback to provide relevant background

Which elements are important when writing an effective summary?

-the inclusion of central ideas and key details -the omission of opinions and unimportant details

What is the purpose of stage directions in a drama?

-to describe actions that would happen on stage -to explain production requirements

Which phrases are euphemisms?

-economical with the truth -senior citizen

In which sentence is patron used correctly?

A longtime patron of the museum made a generous donation to help construct a new wing for modern art.

What is the definition of the Theme?

A theme is a life lesson, moral, or message about life that the author conveys to the reader using narrative and literary elements.

What is a central idea in Part 2 of Antigone?

Antigone believes that people are afraid to stand up to Creon.

What idea is conveyed in this illustration?

Antigone is in trouble because she is restrained by two guards.

Which answer most effectively explains the effect of the figure of speech used in these lines? From her forehead a cloud casts its shadowdown across her darkly flushing face—and drops its rain onto her lovely cheeks.

By comparing tears to rainfall, the words create a picture of the deep distress Ismene feels for her sister.

The theme and the subject are the same thing. Why not?

True

What are the five W's and one H that you can use to identify the narrative elements?

When identifying narrative elements in a story you want to find who, what, when, where, why, and how.

Which details from Antigone, Part 1, introduce the theme that divine law can conflict with human laws?

- -

Which statements are themes that could be found in a literary text?

-A change in attitude can lead to a change in direction. -Living a lie is much more difficult than admitting the truth.

What information from "A Chip of Glass Ruby" would be included in an objective summary?

-Mrs. Bamjee goes to jail because of her beliefs. -Mrs. Bamjee works with groups seeking justice for all races. -Mr. Bamjee has mixed reactions to his wife's political activities.

What central idea do these details introduce? Yes. Zeus did not announce those laws to me.And Justice living with the gods belowsent no such laws for men. I did not thinkanything which you proclaimed strong enoughto let a mortal override the godsand their unwritten and unchanging laws.They're not just for today or yesterday,but exist forever, and no one knowswhere they first appeared. So I did not meanto let a fear of any human willlead to my punishment among the gods.

Antigone believes that divine law should take precedence over civil law.

How does this illustration emphasize the relationship between Creon and Antigone as depicted in the text?

Creon keeps his back to Antigone, demonstrating his contempt and disregard for her.

Read the passage. Devin was standing in line at the water slide with his friend Kyle when the boys were approached by an employee who told Devin he was not tall enough to go down the slide. Devin was devastated, but Kyle brushed it off, telling Devin that the ride wasn't cool enough for the vertically challenged. Kyle always knew the right things to say. Which option offers the strongest explanation for Kyle's use of the euphemism vertically challenged?

Kyle did not want Devin to feel bad about being too short to ride the new water slide.

Can each reader come to a different conclusion as to what the theme is? How can they support their theme?

Not every reader will find the same theme in a story because every story has many themes. You can support your theme by using a theme statement with a thematic idea, followed by a statement of that thematic idea and a qualifying clause.

A theme developed in Part 4 of Antigone is that people gain wisdom and respect when they admit to failure and learn from it. Which passage from the play best develops this theme?

TEIRESIAS All men make mistakes—that's not uncommon.But when they do, they're no longer foolish or subject to bad luck if they try to fix the evil into which they've fallen,once they give up their intransigence.

What is the meaning of the figure of speech used in these lines? That's when we saw the girl. She was shrieking—a distressing painful cry, just like a birdwho's seen an empty nest, its fledglings gone.

The language means that Antigone's grief was agonizing.

What is the meaning of the word invoke as it is used in the sentence? If a person is arrested for any reason, it is important to invoke the right to an attorney to ensure that procedures are fair and legal.

call upon

What type of figurative language is used in the sentence? Anger lay coiled in the pit of her stomach, ready to strike at the slightest provocation.

metaphor

What type of figure of speech is used in the text "whined in protest" and "the secrets it had held close"? The ancient chest whined in protest as the museum workers struggled to pry it open to reveal the secrets it had held close for more than 300 years.

personification

Toxins in the lake have killed thousands of fish, and residents along the shore are complaining about the _[blank]_ smell.

putrid

Which option best describes the use of flashback in a literary text?

a transition to an earlier time that interrupts the chronological flow of the story

Emma is complaining that a day at the beach has seared her skin. What does Emma mean by seared?

burned

CREON So the city nowwill instruct me how I am to govern? CREON Am I to rule this landat someone else's whim or by myself? What do Creon's words reveal about his character?

His position as leader has caused him to become excessively proud.

How do the text and the illustration present this scene differently?

In the text, Antigone leaves Creon proudly and without resistance; in the illustration, it appears she must be forced to face her fate.

What is the meaning of the euphemism temporary cash-flow problem used in the passage?Huey asked his friend Trey if Trey could go to the movies. But Trey said he couldn't go because he had a temporary cash-flow problem.

It is a roundabout way of saying, "out of money."

Read the conversation between Creon and the Chorus Leader from Part 4 of Antigone. CREON This is your advice? You think I should concede? CHORUS LEADER Yes, my lord, as fast as possible. Swift footed injuries sent from the godshack down those who act imprudently. CREON Alas—it's difficult. But I'll give up.I'll not do what I'd set my heart upon. It's not right to fight against necessity. CHORUS LEADER Go now and get this done. Don't give the work to other men to do. CREON I'll go just as I am. Come, you servants, each and every one of you. Come on. Bring axes with you. Go there quickly—up to the higher ground. I've changed my mind. Since I'm the one who tied her up, I'll go and set her free myself. What theme is developed in this conversation?

We are each ultimately responsible for correcting our own mistakes.

If you remove the prefix in- from the word insignificant, the meaning changes to _[blank]_.

"important enough to be noticed or have an effect"

In which sentence is preoccupied used correctly?

Briana was so preoccupied with decorating the first batch of cupcakes that she failed to notice the curl of smoke coming from the oven, where the second batch was baking.

ISMENE Make sure you don't reveal to anyonewhat you intend. Keep it closely hidden.I'll do the same. ISMENEAll right then, go, if that's what you think right.But remember this—even though your missionmakes no sense, your friends do truly love you. What do Ismene's words reveal about her character?

Despite the fact she disapproves of Antigone's actions, she loves her and wants to protect her.

Which statement best describes a theme developed in Part 4 of Antigone?

Great stubbornness can lead to serious consequences.

What is an accurate description of this illustration? (Islene and antigone)

It depicts a scene outside of the palace in which two women are interacting.

Read Haemon's lines from Part 3 of Antigone. A man who thinks that only he is wise,that he can speak and think like no one else,when such men are exposed, then all can see their emptiness inside. For any man,even if he's wise, there's nothing shamefulin learning many things, staying flexible. These lines introduce the theme that it is important to keep an open mind and to respect the wisdom of others. Which detail from Part 4 of Antigone best shapes this theme?

TEIRESIASLearning can be pleasant when a man speaks well,especially when he seeks your benefit.

A central idea in Antigone is that women are not equal to men and therefore should not have influence over men. Which passage from Part 3 of Antigone best supports this idea?

That's why they must support those in control,and never let some woman beat us down.If we must fall from power, let that comeat some man's hand—at least, we won't be calledinferior to any woman.

ISMENEWhat is it? The way you look makes it seemyou're thinking of some dark and gloomy news. ANTIGONELook—what's Creon doing with our two brothers?He's honoring one with a full funeraland treating the other one disgracefully!Eteocles, they say, has had his burialaccording to our customary rites ,to win him honour with the dead below.But as for Polyneices, who perishedso miserably, an order has gone outthroughout the city—that's what people say.He's to have no funeral or lament,but to be left unburied and unwept,a sweet treasure for the birds to look at,for them to feed on to their heart's content.That's what people say the noble Creonhas announced to you and me—I mean to me—and now he's coming to proclaim the fact,to state it clearly to those who have not heard.For Creon this matter's really serious. What effect does the pacing of this dialogue have on the play?

The pacing slows as Antigone explains what is happening with the burial of her and Ismene's brothers.

What is the meaning of the prefix pro- in the word proactive? Antonio wanted to be sure to pack the right clothing for his trip, so he was proactive and read the week's weather forecast for the location he was visiting.

in advance of

Which word adds an affix to the word articulate to most effectively describe Olivia in this situation? Olivia was normally a very articulate presenter, so everyone was surprised when she seemed to trip over her words as she gave her campaign speech.

inarticulate

What is the central idea of a text?

the main point or idea the author wants you to remember

What is the purpose of the chorus in classic drama?

to provide background information about characters and events

In Part 4 of Antigone, Creon is suspicious of Teiresias's motives. What evidence from the text best explains Creon's reasoning and perspective?

-He feels Teiresias is motivated by the desire for recognition; Creon states:"... among human beingsthe wisest suffer a disgraceful fallwhen, to promote themselves, they use fine wordsto spread around abusive insults." -He feels Teiresias is motivated by greed; Creon states:"Well, go make your profits.If it's what you want, then trade with Sardisfor their golden-silver alloy—or for goldfrom India, but you'll never hide that corpsein any grave."

How does a flashback typically affect the meaning of a drama?

-It can provide background about a character, event, or conflict. -It can show the relationship between past and present events.

Which answers correctly describe the theme in a text?

-It often conveys a lesson. -It is also known as the big idea.

In Part 4 of Antigone, the blind prophet Teiresias warns that the gods are angered by Creon's actions. What is the effect of Teiresias being blind?

-It provides an ironic element to the play because a blind man is the character who sees the truth about Creon's actions. -It enables the author to make points about the many kinds of blindness that can affect people in power.

Which of Creon's lines from the play most effectively support this idea?

-She laughs at what she's done. Well, in this case,if she gets her way and goes unpunished,then she's the man here, not me. -Then go down to the dead. If you must love,love them. No woman's going to govern me—no, no—not while I'm still alive.

Read the lines spoken by the Chorus in Antigone, Part 1, as the Chorus describes invading forces led by Polyneices: Standing above our homes,he ranged around our seven gates,with threats to swallow usand spears thirsting to kill. What is the meaning of the figurative language used in these lines?

The language means that the invaders were intent on conquering Thebes.

Read the passage. The general had no way out. His men had given all they could in battle but were gaining no ground. To avoid further casualties, he and his men made a courageous retreat out of the line of enemy fire. What is the meaning of the oxymoron courageous retreat?

The oxymoron conveys the idea that the general's decision to retreat is justified.

What is the meaning of the oxymoron sweet sorrow?Parting is such sweet sorrowThat I'll say good night until tonight becomes tomorrow.

The oxymoron expresses the idea that saying goodbye is sad, but it holds the promise of another happy meeting.

What can be inferred about Antigone, based on the way she is represented in this illustration?

The tension in her arms and her downturned face reveal that she is resistant to what is happening to her.

The judge's _[blank]_ earned him the respect of defense attorneys and prosecutors alike. Which word would correctly fill the blank?

impartiality

What is a simile?

a comparison between two unlike things using the word like or as

What are structural elements of a drama?

-stage directions -acts and scenes -lines and stanzas -spoken dialogue -actors -characterization, setting, plot, and theme

What is a central idea introduced in Part 1 of Antigone?

whether civil law or divine law is more important

In Part 4 of Antigone, Teiresias explains that Creon's decision to put Antigone to death for violating his law and burying her brother has serious consequences. Which of Teiresias's lines from the play best support this central idea?

-The gods no longer will accept our sacrifice,our prayers, our thigh bones burned in fire. -Our state is sick— your policies have done this.

Think, Antigone. Considerhow our father died, hated and disgraced,when those mistakes which his own search revealedforced him to turn his hand against himselfand stab out both his eyes. Then that woman,his mother and his wife—her double role—destroyed her own life in a twisted noose.Then there's our own two brothers, both butcheredin a single day—that ill-fated pairwith their own hands slaughtered one anotherand brought about their common doom. What is the function of these lines in the play's structure?

These lines provide a series of brief flashbacks to summarize the offstage action that has already occurred.