After the Hurricane & Ninth Ward Flashcard Review

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What is the main theme of 'After the Hurricane'?

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The narrator is searching for meaning after the hurricane.

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What does it mean to endure?

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To carry on despite difficulty or suffering.

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Why does the poet use the extended metaphor of a disaster movie in 'After the Hurricane'?

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To compare the setting of the poem to something readers are familiar with.

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What is the main theme of 'Ninth Ward'?

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The narrator vows to stay strong despite the circumstances.

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What does the term 'fortitude' mean?

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Courage in pain or adversity.

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What is a metaphor?

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is the significance of the setting in 'After the Hurricane'?

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It reflects the emotional and physical aftermath of the hurricane.

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What does it mean to find meaning after a disaster?

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It involves understanding and making sense of the experiences and changes that occur.

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How does the narrator's perspective change throughout 'Ninth Ward'?

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The narrator learns to find strength and hope despite challenges.

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What is the role of hope in the narratives of 'After the Hurricane' and 'Ninth Ward'?

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Hope serves as a driving force for the characters to overcome adversity.