268 Answered Questions for the topic English Literature

English Literature English Writing Literature

01/27/18

When is it necessary to accept help to overcome something difficult?

This is my essay prompt and I can't think of anything. Please also include a few examples from films, TV shows, etc.
English Literature

01/27/18

Why is "writing to explain" important and how can we do it effectively?

Why is "writing to explain" important and how can we do it effectively?
English Literature

01/15/18

Benefits and Negatives of a Postcolonial Approach Theory????

I am writing an essay and need some help on what the benefits and negatives are of a Postcolonial Approach are? I can't find any information anywhere however if you are aware of any... more
English Literature English Literature Poem

01/15/18

I need help explaining this poem in one paragraph

I like the pink flamingo in your yardexotic cocky jungle bird, jauntily poking through the crisp sheet snow. nuzzeled on a feather bed flushed with anticipation, the winking eye invites my warm... more
English Literature English

12/19/17

In The Great Gatsby, how does F. Scott Fitzgerald depict the destruction of the ideals and values of the late nineteenth century.

In The Great Gatsby, how does F. Scott Fitzgerald depict the destruction of the ideals and values of the late nineteenth century. How does he show the lack of goodness left in humanity through the... more
English Literature

12/14/17

what kind of character is a typr of flat character with one exaggerated personality quality

 foil stereotype antagonist protagonist
English Literature

12/11/17

Which sentence contains an indefinite pronoun?

A. We saw many surfers at the beach. B. Each candidate must give a short speech. C. A few of my friends are coming over. D. Most students are looking forward to summer vacation.
English Literature

11/24/17

I am studying about Milton in Norton anthology and I can not understand a part..would you please help me?

It is written : It is scarcely possible to treat Miltons career separately from the history of England in his lifetime, not only because he was an active participant in affairs of church and state,... more
English Literature

11/14/17

Bring out the irony in the title of drama The Dear Departed

Class 10 English (India)

What is the language technique/repetition form for phrases like: one by one, hand in hand, side by side.

For ALEVEL purposes, cannot find the answer
English Literature

11/10/17

identify and explain a puritanical value that exists in modern american culture

puritan question. very urgent. could not find info anywhere else. struggling with this question 
English Literature

11/01/17

To argue deductively is to

It’s literary analysis 
English Literature Geometry World History

10/31/17

what is the perimeter of a polygon with vertices at (-2,1),(-2,4),(2,7),(6,4),and (6,1)

i like cats and dogs and i need help on this question
English Literature English Grammar Literature

10/22/17

what are the antecedents for the capitalized and bolded its in the passage below?

what are the antecedents for the capitalized and bolded its in the passage below?   There would be many crimes and errors which IT would be beyond his power to commit, simply because they were... more

10/18/17

how can you best paraphrase the metaphor "We do not ride on the railroad; it rides upon us"?

It is from the text "Walden" by Henry David Thoreau.
English Literature

10/17/17

What does it mean when sentences are varied?

As in "How varied are his sentences?" for the book Into The Wild
English Literature English English Grammar

10/15/17

Which of the following is true?

Which of the following is true? a) Cicero’s six-part arrangement structure is exordium (intro when you earn goodwill), narration (chronological statement of facts), partition (division of... more
English Literature English English Grammar

10/15/17

“Oh my goodness, just yesterday I held aloft my emerald and wished for rain, and today it is raining! My magic emerald works!”

“Oh my goodness, just yesterday I held aloft my emerald and wished for rain, and today it is raining! My magic emerald works!” This is a_ _ _ _ _ _ _fallacy? a) appeal to popularity b) fallacy of... more
English Literature English English Grammar

10/15/17

Capital punishment isn’t wrong. If it were wrong, then it wouldn’t be legal. It’s legal; therefore, it’s not wrong.

Capital punishment isn’t wrong. If it were wrong, then it wouldn’t be legal. It’s legal; therefore, it’s not wrong. Which fallacy is committed here? a) two wrongs make a right b) none c) non... more

10/15/17

Molly messages her critical thinking professor at 2 a.m. on Tuesday morning stating, “I’m so sorry I missed the quiz! May I take it late? I had indigestion and

Molly messages her critical thinking professor at 2 a.m. on Tuesday morning stating, “I’m so sorry I missed the quiz! May I take it late? I had indigestion and my b.f. was being inconsiderate and... more
English Literature English English Grammar

10/15/17

After earning a C on her essay, Mary approaches her English professor and says, “You are the coolest teacher I’ve ever had, and so stylish, too!”

After earning a C on her essay, Mary approaches her English professor and says, “You are the coolest teacher I’ve ever had, and so stylish, too!” Which rhetorical technique is Mary using? a) cherry... more
English Literature English English Grammar

10/15/17

“I cant believe you skipped class last week,” said Mark, “Now you’re going to end up unemployed and homeless, too!”

“I cant believe you skipped class last week,” said Mark, “Now you’re going to end up unemployed and homeless, too!” Which fallacy does Mark commit? a) none b) hasty generalization c) poisoning the... more
English Literature English English Grammar

10/15/17

Garry: Immigration improves the economic vitality of aging countries. We see European countries seeking immigrants to prop up their social infrastructure. Eliza

Garry: Immigration improves the economic vitality of aging countries. We see European countries seeking immigrants to prop up their social infrastructure. Elizabeth: So you’re in favor of brining... more
English Literature English English Grammar

10/15/17

James writes an essay claiming that either we increase income taxes or the country goes bankrupt.

James writes an essay claiming that either we increase income taxes or the country goes bankrupt. Which fallacy does he commit? a) none b) appeal to authority c) slippery slope d) false dichotomy... more

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