311 Midterm review (2024)

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What is the term for the repetition of the same initial consonant sounds in a sequence of words?

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Alliteration

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How does the narrator describe Gatsby?

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Gatsby had an extraordinary gift for hope, and a romantic readiness.

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Why did Gatsby buy his house on West Egg?

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He wanted to live near Daisy.

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Describe Tom. What impression do readers have of him after reading Chapter 1?

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He has an athletic build and an arrogant attitude. He is an old-money snob.

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Which rhetorical device is characterized by the use of a question that does not require an answer?

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Rhetorical question

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What is the definition of allusion?

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An allusion is a reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.

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What is the purpose of a metaphor?

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A metaphor is used to make a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What is an example of an anecdote?

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A brief story about a real incident or person, often used to illustrate a point.

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What is the significance of Gatsby's parties in the novel?

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They symbolize his wealth and his desire to attract Daisy's attention.

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What does the green light symbolize in The Great Gatsby?

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The green light symbolizes Gatsby's hopes and dreams for the future, particularly his desire for Daisy.