Flashcard "The Pie" by Gary Soto

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What is a guilty conscience?

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A guilty conscience is a feeling of remorse or regret for having done something wrong or immoral.

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What is the main conflict faced by the narrator in 'The Pie'?

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The narrator faces an internal struggle with his choices and the consequences of his actions.

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What does the quote 'I knew sin was what you took and didn’t give back' imply?

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It implies that once you commit a wrongful act, like stealing, you cannot undo it, even if you apologize.

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What is a simile?

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A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using the words 'like' or 'as'.

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What is personification?

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Personification is a literary device where human qualities are attributed to non-human things.

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What does the phrase 'the pie like a discus in my hand' illustrate?

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It illustrates a simile, comparing the pie to a discus to emphasize its shape and weight.

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What is the significance of the narrator's mother in 'The Pie'?

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The narrator's mother represents the awareness of his wrongdoing and the moral implications of his actions.

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What does the term 'internal struggle' mean?

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An internal struggle refers to a conflict within a character's mind, often involving emotions, beliefs, or decisions.

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What is the effect of using personification in literature?

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Personification creates vivid imagery and helps readers connect emotionally with the text.

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What is the theme of guilt in 'The Pie'?

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The theme of guilt explores the emotional burden of wrongdoing and the impact of choices on one's conscience.