S1 Exam-English 11

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What is an allusion?

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A reference to a known work of art, literature, history, music, culture, etc.

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What is a static character?

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A character who does not experience any real character transformation throughout the story.

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What is the main conflict in 'Into the Wild'?

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Man versus nature.

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Why did McCandless abandon his Datsun?

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The Datsun was damaged in a flash flood and wouldn't start.

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What is verbal irony?

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A figure of speech in which the intended meaning is opposite to the literal meaning.

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What is the significance of Jan Burres in McCandless's journey?

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She represents a connection to family and the struggles of a drifter's life.

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What does 'man versus society' conflict entail?

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A struggle between a character and societal norms or laws.

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What is a litote?

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A figure of speech that uses understatement to emphasize a point.

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What does it mean to experience character change?

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A character undergoes significant development or transformation throughout the story.

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What is the role of a dynamic character?

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A character who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.