Formative Friday: Hearts and Hands

Front

What is the theme of 'Hearts and Hands'?

Back

Appearances are not always what they seem.

Front

What does 'irrelevant' mean based on its word parts?

Back

Unconnected.

Front

What type of point of view is used in 'Hearts and Hands'?

Back

Third person omniscient.

Front

How does Miss Fairchild's perception of Mr. Easton illustrate the theme of expectations blinding one to the truth?

Back

Miss Fairchild believes Mr. Easton to be a hero rather than the criminal he actually is.

Front

What does the Latin prefix 'ir-' mean?

Back

Not, opposite of.

Front

What does the Latin root 'relevare' mean?

Back

To help, assist.

Front

What is the significance of irony in the statement about Mr. Easton being a dashing Western hero?

Back

It highlights that Miss Fairchild sees him as a hero, unaware of his true criminal nature.

Front

What is the main conflict in 'Hearts and Hands'?

Back

The conflict between appearance and reality, particularly in relationships.

Front

What literary device is used when Miss Fairchild misjudges Mr. Easton?

Back

Irony.

Front

What does the term 'theme' refer to in literature?

Back

The central idea or message conveyed in a story.