English II

TEKS - 7A

STAAR Supporting RC-2

 

SE - Explain the function of symbolism, allegory, and allusions.

 

Question- The speaker uses symbolism in the following line 10 "But he left me when the coal was low" to express

 

A. there was not enought coal in the fireplace

B. there was not enough love and support in the home

C. there was not enough love for him in her heart

D. there was not enough love for her in his heart

 

 

Answer: B

 

 

Poem: Midwinter Blues

Author: Langston Hughes

Page: 822

9.4A

4A

Students have a copy of lines 26-51 act 2 scene2 of Romeo and Juliet.

Explain how the dramatic irony enhances the dramatic text?
A. It allows the reader to experience Juliet's inner thoughts and feelings.  
B.  It highlights the surprise of Juliet being unaware of Romeo's presence.
C.  It prompts the reader to make predictions of possible conflicts and outcomes.
D.  It creates Romeo's inner conflict on whether or not to speak his thoughts.

Correct answer is C.        

E 2.4(A) Analyze how archetypes and motifs in drama effect the plot of the play

Genre: Drama
Verb: analyze
Content: archetypes in drama
Contex: drama- Antigone

What part of Creon's character did NOT contribute to his downfall?
Desired Answer:
He placed his faith in God's Law above man's law.

Distracters:
His stubborn pride caused his son's death
He put his loyalty to his country above his love of family
His arrogance of his position made him deaf to popular outcry

Background Knowledge:
Plot of the drama
Archetypes- Tragic Flaw
The story of Oedipus

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