Lamb to the Slaughter Review

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What does Patrick mean when he says, "I know this is kind of a bad time to be telling you"?

Back

Mary is pregnant.

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What is the term for when the outcome is different from what is expected, as seen when Mary kills her husband despite being portrayed as a caring wife?

Back

Situational Irony.

Front

What type of characterization is used when it is stated, "Mary Maloney was a kind and caring wife"?

Back

Direct Characterization.

Front

What type of characterization is shown through Patrick Maloney's harsh tone and rude demeanor towards Mary?

Back

Indirect Characterization.

Front

What did the detectives initially believe was the murder weapon in 'Lamb to the Slaughter'?

Back

A club/sledgehammer.

Front

Define 'Dramatic Irony'.

Back

A situation where the audience knows more about the events than the characters do.

Front

What is 'Foreshadowing'?

Back

A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

Front

Explain 'Verbal Irony'.

Back

When a speaker says one thing but means another, often the opposite.

Front

What is 'Theme' in literature?

Back

The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.

Front

What does 'Indirect Characterization' involve?

Back

The process by which the personality of a character is revealed through their actions, speech, and appearance.