Chapter 1 Maus Flashcard

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What are the key elements of Holocaust representation in graphic novels?

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Visual storytelling, symbolism, historical accuracy, and emotional impact

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What artistic choices does the author make in Maus to depict the characters and settings?

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Anthropomorphic animals for characters and stark, minimalist style for settings

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How does the use of black and white imagery in Maus impact the reader's understanding of the story?

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It emphasizes the themes of oppression and survival.

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How does the trauma experienced by the characters in Chapter 1 shape their actions and relationships?

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It causes them to react in certain ways and influences their interactions with others.

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What role does trauma play in shaping the characters' perspectives and behaviors in Chapter 1 of Maus?

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Influencing their actions, emotions, and relationships

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The stationary bike that Vladek rides in Chapter 1 is an example of _________

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extended metaphor

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The SHEIK that is referenced in Chapter 1 is a(n)______ that represents_______

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allusion, exotic Latin-lover like Romanticism

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What impact does the author's choice of black and white imagery have on the tone of Maus?

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It sets a somber and serious tone, reflecting the gravity of the Holocaust.

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The saw that Vladek uses in the Prologue symbolizes

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determination and persistence

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Anti-Semitism means________

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hatred/prejudice/racism against Jews