Gunpowder Plot

The Bow of Herakles is a powerful symbol in Sophocles’ Philoctetes. It is used both as a visual and verbal motif throughout the play. Copious references to the Bow convey important themes that ultimately prepares the play’s audience for the events that transpire in the exodos. Some of these points include ___. The significance of the Bow is made evident in the play with several references to the prophecy within which it is invoked. The first of these references was an indirect allusion to the…

Throughout any piece of literature one or more themes are presented in the story. A theme is a topic or an underlying message throughout the text. Authors, like Arthur Miller, present themes through major characters' actions, their thoughts, dialogue, and character motivations. Stories have a theme to help the readers relate and to connect to their characters and to maintain the story's soul. One of the thematic ideas of The Crucible is that intimidation, dishonesty, and revenge can lead to…

Lord of the Flies (Symbolism) Symbolism is present in the books we read. Symbolism develops the plot of a story and creates depth and detail to the characters. Books include symbolism that is significant to the story and pushes the story further. For example in the book, “Lord of the Flies” by William Golding, the main characters all symbolize a trait. Piggy, one of the main characters, represents intelligence and obedience. Jack, another main character, suggests the character of savagery.…

The book is so seamlessly written that it is not merely lifelike but also, in the best sense, novel like. It narrates a story in a skillful manner, with much attention to character. DeLillo makes us familiar with some peculiar habits of the characters. Like Everett cannot make himself go to bed at night without checking that the oven is off, and then sometimes double-checking, and reminding himself as he climbs the stairs that he has in fact completed his check. No doubt DeLillo has chosen such…

Assignment Module Two Question One. Which story from module 2 has the most developed, intricate plot and why? “The Destructors” has the most intricate plot. The reasoning behind this is, According to the pre-reading in chapter 2, this story hits all of the required points needed for an intricate plot. These include; conflict, protagonist, antagonist, suspense, surprise, and an ending (in this case an unhappy one). There are several instances of conflict between T and Blackie over control of…

indirectly to the reader. A narrative about cancelling a hunting trip and spilling maple syrup would otherwise have no significance had it not been for the symbolism employed. Through the use of plot, the author’s minimalist style, and his universal themes, Carver further drives the story, enhancing its meaning. Plot also enhances the story. The progression of the story is also very critical to the meaning of the story and the message conveyed to the reader. At the start of the inside story,…

that were included throughout the reading. Much Ado About Nothing conveys a character, Don John, who represents a manipulative and self centered politician. Don John is a key character in Much ado about Nothing; he was a character that livens up the plot and complicates it in order to be more spectacular. Although due to his evil character, the other characters had to deal with conflicts that they had to resolve, it is not just a comedy about love, it has a storyline of revenge in it, and…

While reading a book, you can view the story in many ways. When you watch a movie, you see the movie only in one view; the director’s and producer’s. This makes it harder to have your own way of understanding the plot. The Secret Life of Bees is a 200-300 page book made into an hour and a half movie.This leads to shorter scenes, changing the overall picture, and many key points getting taken out. Overall the movie and book were similar. The main ideas and storyline…

Mary leaving him. Yet, he easily connects with another potential love interest Elaine, which makes him less likable as a character. Their relationship comes too easily and Elaine’s role isn’t well defined in terms of how she really adds depth to the plot. Find ways to make John stand out more as the protagonist. Like in the film INSOMNIA, the protagonist had a solid, unique weakness and flaw (he couldn’t sleep). The hero in DIE HARD also possessed a flaw with his fear of heights. The irony…

Mount Rushmore. Although the film spouts originality and iconic moments, there is one element that stands most important in moving the plot, which is in my opinion, the microfilm, otherwise known as a “MacGuffin.” According to Michael Kurland of New York Times,…