" The Boarded Window" Flashcard

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What type of home does the main character live in?

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In a log home.

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Did Murlock's wife die in 'The Boarded Window'?

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TRUE.

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From which perspective is 'The Boarded Window' written?

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1st person.

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Why doesn't Murlock get help for his sick wife?

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He lives too far away from help.

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Is there a surprise ending in 'The Boarded Window'?

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TRUE.

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What is the main theme of 'The Boarded Window'?

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The theme explores isolation and the consequences of inaction.

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Who is the author of 'The Boarded Window'?

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Ambrose Bierce.

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What literary device is prominently used in 'The Boarded Window'?

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Foreshadowing.

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What is the setting of 'The Boarded Window'?

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A remote area in the woods.

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What emotion does Murlock experience after his wife's death?

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Regret.