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    A certain theme that stuck out a lot in this book was the "Physical control" of the bodies of its subjects. Winston‚ is followed and looked over by the Party‚ everywhere he goes. They constantly watch to see if he makes any sign of disloyalty‚ so that if he does‚ they would arrest him. The Party forces their members to go through tough‚ heavy morning exercises‚ called Physical Jerks. After that‚ the members would work long grueling days at the government agencies‚ and would be in the state of exhaustion

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    Compare and contrast the ideas expressed in two texts. To what extend do these texts show that national and cultural stereotypes are no longer a useful way of examining the human condition and economic activity? Choose an element in the texts which you find interesting and explain your reaction to it by giving examples from your own experience. People working around the world often meet different kinds of cultures. They frequently feel in contradictory with paradoxical stereotypes that

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    The Big Massive Allegory Symbolism‚ Imagery‚ Allegory Before we get down to the details‚ we should address the fact that Lord of the Flies is one big allegory. Symbols aside‚ the boys as a whole can represent humanity as a whole. You can see where the pieces fall from there; the island is then the entire world‚ the boys’ rules become the world’s varying governments‚ two tribes are two countries‚ and so on. The boys’ fighting is then equivalent to a war. The only time we pull out of the allegory

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    calebswift.2016@swshelby.k12.in.us TKAM Essay #2 Comments Share FileEditViewInsertFormatToolsTableAdd-onsHelp A Caleb Swift 12-16-14 Essay #2 Mockingbirds‚ Symbolism‚ and ​To Kill A Mockingbird ​In the novel ​To Kill a Mockingbird​ ‚ killing a mockingbird is a sin. There are many “mockingbirds” in the story. The most important mockingbird in the story is Tom Robinson‚ an African American man who was falsely accused of rapeing a white woman

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    Adrienne Macaluso April 8th‚ 2014 ENG 120 - Dupcak Essay #2 Revised Symbolism is an object‚ reference‚ or emotion that is especially used in literature to provide a meaning beyond what essentially is being shown. Specific and unique symbols presented in both “Cathedral” by Raymond Carver and “The Slough” by Pasha Malla are used to represent something other than itself. Specifically in “Cathedral” the two most obvious symbols are the audiotapes and the cathedral. In “The Slough” the skin is

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    P. Literature How does Shakespeare express theme through language? Shakespeare‚ an extraordinary writer‚ uses many literary techniques which prove his mastery of English. His most fascinating technique however‚ is displaying theme through language. In his play “Hamlet”‚ Shakespeare uses language to address existential dilemma‚ truth‚ and death. These themes significantly shape “Hamlet” into the masterpiece it is. In his play‚ Shakespeare expresses existential dilemma through Hamlet. Hamlet’s

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    Symbolism through the Short Story The Pedestrian By Ray Bradbury Since the turn of the century‚ new technology has slowly begun to create an anti-social and impersonal society. Take‚ for instance‚ the advancement of the entertainment industry; people’s idea of a social night out is "going to the movies"‚ where there is very limited social interaction. With the advancements of kitchen appliances‚ time is rarely spent with ones family in the kitchen whether it is to cook‚ wash dishes‚ or just socialize

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    life of Laura Kieler a good friend of Ibsen. Symbolisms in literature Symbolism is when the author uses an object or reference to add deeper meaning to a story. Symbolism in literature can be subtle or obvious‚ used sparingly or heavy-handedly. An author may repeatedly use the same object to convey deeper meaning or may use variations of the same object to create an overarching mood or feeling. Symbolism is often used to support a literary theme in a subtle manner. (http://www.life123.com/

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    “Hills like White Elephants” and “Girl” Themes and Symbolism The themes and symbolism for the stories “Hills like White Elephants” by Ernest Hemingway and “Girl” by Jamaica Kincaid work with the structure of said stories to create an understanding of a girl’s sexuality and how others attempt controlling it by providing symbols that uncover the truth that lies behind the words. In‚ “Hills like White Elephants”‚ the American man consistently and angrily persuades his girlfriend to have the operation

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    ! Symbolism‚ Imagery and Theme in Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close The novel Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close tells the story of Oskar‚ a 9 year old boy‚ who had a very close relationship with his father before he died in the 9/11 attack. His love for his father grew after he found a key in his fathers’ vase‚ which sent him on an adventure to find the lock that fits the key. Jonathan Safran Foer‚ the author of this book‚ clearly demonstrates the characteristics of literary elements. The novel

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