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Literary Techniques in Extended Works

Question 1
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In John Steinbeck's novella Of Mice and Men, which character can be considered a foil to George Milton?

Question 2
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What function does Mercutio serve in relation to Romeo in Shakespeare’s 'Romeo and Juliet'?

Question 3
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To what extent does comprehension historical context surrounding colonialism enhance one’s analysis foils Joseph Conrad Heart Darkness?

Question 4
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In Charles Dickens' "A Tale of Two Cities", how does Sydney Carton serve as a complex foil for Charles Darnay that deepens the novel's exploration into themes of redemption?

Question 5
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What animal is often symbolic of wisdom or knowledge in several cultures' literary traditions?

Question 6
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In Charles Dickens' "A Tale of Two Cities," how does Sydney Carton act as a literary foil for Charles Darnay?

Question 7
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Which literary term describes a secondary character that contrasts with a main character to emphasize certain qualities?

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Question 8
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In Arthur Miller's play The Crucible, which character can be considered a foil to John Proctor?

Question 9
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How does the setting of a cramped, overcrowded urban apartment building most likely affect characters' interactions in a story?

Question 10
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In Chinua Achebe's "Things Fall Apart," how does Obierika act as an imperative foil for Okonkwo that aids readers in questioning traditional masculinity constructs?