Practice Essay

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What social class does Chaucer omit from his satire in 'The Canterbury Tales'?

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Aristocracy

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What theme is introduced by the paradox 'Fair is foul, and foul is fair' in 'Macbeth'?

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Appearance vs. reality

Front

What does the 'gilt cage' metaphor imply about women's roles in 'Rights of Woman'?

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Oppressive

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What trait does the Duke reveal in 'My Last Duchess' when he says, 'That’s my last Duchess painted on the wall… Looking as if she were alive.'?

Back

Possessive control

Front

What is urged in the poem 'Do not go gentle into that good night'?

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Fight death fiercely

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Define 'satire' in literature.

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A genre that uses humor, irony, or ridicule to criticize or mock individuals, society, or institutions.

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What is the significance of the theme 'Appearance vs. Reality' in literature?

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It explores the difference between how things seem and how they actually are, often revealing deeper truths.

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Explain the concept of 'metaphor' with an example.

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A figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'. Example: 'Time is a thief'.

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What does 'possessive control' reveal about a character's nature?

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It indicates a desire to dominate or own others, often leading to unhealthy relationships.

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What is the role of the 'Duke' in Browning's 'My Last Duchess'?

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He represents the archetype of a controlling and jealous husband.