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How does setting influence character development?
Setting shapes characters' actions, beliefs, and relationships.
In 'Where the Crawdads Sing,' how does the marsh influence Kya?
The marsh isolates Kya, making her resilient and deeply connected to nature.
What is setting?
Time and place where a story unfolds, including physical, social, and cultural context.
What does physical setting include?
Landscape, weather, and architecture.
What do historical references in setting reveal?
Events, practices, and traditions of a time period.
What are social norms in setting?
Beliefs, expectations, and societal rules.
What do demographics reveal about setting?
Population, occupation, and socio-economic status.
How does technology define setting?
Tools, vehicles, and communication methods of a time period.
How can setting reinforce themes?
By creating an environment that mirrors or contrasts with the core ideas of the story.
How does setting contribute to the theme of isolation?
A remote or desolate setting can emphasize characters' feelings of loneliness and disconnection.
How does setting highlight the theme of nature vs. civilization?
Contrasting natural and urban environments can explore the conflict between human progress and the natural world.