Susan Parker - ?THE BURNING QUESTION?

The Burning Question

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A DOLL'S HOUSE
One step forward for women (feminism), OR shame on Nora?	0	0	-
ALL QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT
What images linger in your mind? Explain why these images made an impression on you.	4	5	6/05/2009 8:22am by Parker →
Based on Paul’s description, what part of his experience do you think would be most difficult?	2	3	6/05/2009 8:13am by Parker →
What does Kropp mean when he says, “The war has ruined us for everything?	0	0	-
ANTHEM
Is an I even a possibility, or are we all unavoidably We?	1	5	2/06/2010 11:25pm by Erika →
ANTIGONE
Was Antigone's an act of justified civil disobedience? (Support your answer.)	2	6	5/27/2009 10:59pm by EDDY KISHKO →
AS I LAY DYING
Why do you think Addie's chapter is placed where it is in the novel? What does it reveal about earlier chapters?	1	2	5/10/2010 8:18pm by Erika :) →
This is a novel full of acts of love; pinpoint one.	2	5	1/05/2010 8:39pm by Katherine McNeely →
Discuss three incidents of the grotesque in this novel.	2	2	1/05/2010 7:54pm by Schreiner →
Words and actions...See the first post:	1	2	1/05/2010 6:17pm by EDDY KISHKO →
What does Cash's list of the 13 reasons for beveling the edges of the coffin reveal about him?	1	1	1/05/2010 7:08pm by Schreiner →
A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE
What character do you have the most sympathy for? Why?	3	16	1/05/2010 3:56pm by Marion Quattlebaum →
Did Mitch love Blanche?	1	12	1/05/2010 7:26pm by Schreiner →
BECAUSE OF WINN DIXIE
Why do you think it's sometimes easier to talk to or be friends with a pet than with people? Opal opens up to Winn-Dixie in the beginning of this story.	18	21	4/21/2011 7:10am by Payton Turner →
In what ways is Opal's mother an important character in the book even though she never appears? Attach a brace map to demonstrate your answer.	7	7	4/16/2010 2:09pm by Alexandria Ball →
BOOK THIEF
Which act (and by whom) best illustrates courage?	1	1	1/06/2011 6:24pm by Tiffany Leonavicius →
Discuss the significance of colors in the book...	0	0	-
Do Max and Liesel end up together? (Evidence required.)	0	0	-
CRY THE BELOVED COUNTRY
Why cry?	1	11	5/26/2010 9:15pm by Donte Dawkins →
DR. JEKYLL & MR. HYDE
What if Jekyll had been able to conquer Mr. Hyde? Write the alternate falling action & denouement...	0	0	-
In what ways is this story universal?	1	1	11/08/2010 6:23pm by Erika →
How does this shed light on society's hypocrisy?	0	0	-
Give 3 examples of everyday instances in which you might be at war with yourself.	1	5	1/09/2011 1:42pm by Parker →
ELEVEN
Why do you think Phyllis Lopez, at first, didn’t say the sweater was hers?	5	6	12/14/2010 3:46pm by Samantha Talbert →
ETHAN FROME
The novel; of course, ends in tragedy. Whose fault is it? Attach a multi-flow map to demonstrate your answer.	1	17	12/14/2009 11:09pm by Katherine McNeely →
HOW MUCH CONTROL DO WE HAVE OVER THE CHOICES WE MAKE?	1	9	5/26/2010 9:28pm by Donte Dawkins →
Agree or disagree: Ethan has the right to his own happiness. With support; of course.	1	7	1/05/2010 6:56pm by EDDY KISHKO →
WHY would Zeena care for Mattie after the incident?	1	9	12/19/2009 12:07am by Jason Abbatiello →
FREE ZONE
In this area, you may begin discussion about thoughts you have related to class... Thanks, Erika Wetherby, for inspiring this board!	4	32	1/07/2011 8:46am by Amira Alexander →
JANE EYRE
Did Bessie really love Jane?	1	4	11/26/2007 7:59pm by →
Mrs. Fairfax states that ...allowance should be made...we can none of us help our nature... agree???	0	0	-
Considering the surrounding circumstances, were Ethan and Rochester's transgressions pardonable?	0	0	-
LORD OF THE FLIES
Were the boys' actions just the result of the human survival instinct? Why/why not?	3	6	2/24/2008 8:05pm by Parker →
MACBETH
Pinpoint key moments in Macbeth's evolution from war hero to tyrant. (Display as a list.)	1	1	1/06/2011 11:34pm by Derek Schreiner →
What basic human flaws or weaknesses does Macbeth display? How do they contribute to his downfall?	1	1	1/06/2011 10:40pm by Odom →
Is he completely a villain? Does he have a conscience?	0	0	-
To what degree are the witches responsible for Macbeth's downfall?	1	1	1/07/2011 8:34am by Felicia Welch →
How are storms, omens, and prophecies used as psychological symbols in the play?	0	0	-
MAUS I
Spiegelman has characters wear masks at different times in the book. Why?	2	2	10/13/2011 11:07pm by Zac Hartle →
Why did Art have problems trying to be a normal kid?	4	5	10/13/2011 11:32pm by Zac Hartle →
Was it wrong of Spiegelman to include comedic episodes in his survivor's tale?	1	1	11/09/2010 5:52pm by Borders →
MAUS II
Why does Art shrink in size when he goes to visit his psychologist?	1	2	10/11/2010 9:26pm by Tuck →
You think it's admirable to survive. Does that mean it's not admirable to not survive? What does Artie's therapist mean? Do you agree with him?	1	2	10/24/2010 4:24pm by Tuck →
Every word is like an unnecessary stain on silence and nothingness. Why does Art use this quote? Do you agree with him?	0	0	-
The treasure Artie gets, or those other valuables that the Nazis grabbed away? Your choice? Why?	0	0	-
MILKWEED
How does Misha’s identity change throughout the novel?	3	3	11/20/2010 9:51pm by Bijowski →
What gives him a true identity at the end of the novel?	2	2	12/05/2010 8:57pm by Tuck →
At what point in the novel does Misha display the most fear, & how does he deal with it?	0	0	-
NIGHT
What parts of Eliezer died during his captivity? What was born in their place?	1	2	10/11/2010 6:20pm by Parker →
How does deception dehumanize in this novel?	2	2	11/14/2011 9:38pm by Tori Williams →
OEDIPUS
Is a man responsible for the evil of his actions if he is truly unaware that they are evil?	1	6	2/24/2008 8:03pm by Parker →
Fate rules us and nothing can be foreseen. A man should live only for the present day.(agree?)	1	10	3/24/2009 9:52pm by Marion →
Is it possible to live a life that will be a memory without pain?	4	18	3/24/2009 9:41pm by Marion →
Are there unforgivable acts committed in ways that make assignment of responsibility impossible?	1	4	5/13/2009 1:45pm by Gideon Whaley →
OF MICE AND MEN
Was George justified in killing Lennie?	13	17	5/22/2011 9:50pm by Ali Hartsell →
What is the central/primary purpose of the story?	1	1	1/07/2011 2:50pm by johnathan kitts →
Why is the novel so controversial? Do you think the book should be censored or banned?	5	7	12/30/2010 8:08pm by Joey Jackson →
OTHELLO
How does the handkerchief function?	1	1	11/15/2011 8:43pm by Shane Lawless →
What is the effect of having Emilia play such an important role after the murder?	0	0	-
Does Othello justify his killing of Desdemona?	1	1	1/07/2011 8:32am by Tuck →
PRIDE AND PREJUDICE
How does the author depict marriage through the varied relationships in the novel?	1	1	1/03/2011 4:32pm by Bijowski →
Is Mr. Wickham truly a villain, or is he a victim of English society and its rules?	1	1	12/18/2010 9:09am by Bijowsski →
Is the author a “feminist? Is Elizabeth a “liberated woman?	0	0	-
originally entitled “First Impressions”; what role do first impressions play in the story line?	4	4	1/06/2011 10:58pm by Derek Schreiner →
RETURN OF THE NATIVE
List two superstitions of the heath dwellers. What do these reveal?	0	0	-
Contrast Clym and Wildeve as lovers and husbands.	1	1	11/17/2010 8:24am by Felicia Welch →
Argue, with evidence, whether or not Eustacia Vye is the main character of the novel.	0	0	-
RICE WITHOUT RAIN
What about Communism might appeal to a people such as this?	2	13	2/12/2009 1:23pm by Gideon →
Comment on Ned's decision to leave Jinda. Was it right? Did he sell out?	1	49	3/29/2009 2:06pm by CRazy Casey :) →
Why the title: RICE WITHOUT RAIN? (Think symbolically.)	1	3	5/27/2009 11:27pm by EDDY KISHKO →
SENSE AND SENSIBILITY
Romanticism proposes that instinct and emotion are better moral guides than reason. true or false?	1	3	10/14/2010 8:17pm by Bijowski →
Sometimes it seems that everyone in Sense and Sensibility has a secret. Make a list.	1	1	10/15/2010 12:19am by Bijowski →
Does Sense and Sensibility have a happy ending? Textual support?	0	0	-
SIDDHARTHA
How did the loss of his son change Siddhartha? What did he learn?	2	2	6/02/2009 7:51pm by Monique →
Discuss examples of Siddhartha's ignorance and how he overcomes that ignorance to see the Truth.	0	0	-
SINNERS IN THE HANDS OF AN ANGRY GOD
If he had been her pastor, how would Jonathan Edwards have dealt with Hester Prynne?	0	0	-
Who in The Crucible might you compare to Jonathan Edwards? Attach a double bubble map, & explain.	1	1	3/09/2010 9:33am by Lora Adkins →
SPEAK
Is there a relationship between speaking and listening? Can one exist without the other? Attach a double bubble map, & explain.	11	12	3/30/2011 12:24pm by Jenna Derbyshire →
Melinda says: “It is easier not to say anything. Do you agree? Why/Why not? Attach a multi-flow map to demonstrate your answer.	26	32	10/11/2011 5:22pm by Josh Grass →
Discuss how rumors and truth can be connected. Is one more powerful than the other? Attach a double bubble map, & explain.	8	8	1/07/2011 2:58pm by johnathan kitts →
Is it possible to speak without spoken words? Identify passages in the novel to support your position.	15	17	10/08/2011 6:36pm by Kaylee Williams →
“Art is about making mistakes.” / “Nothing is perfect. Flaws are interesting.” YOUR THOUGHTS?	9	12	11/15/2011 4:01pm by Kaylee Williams →
THE CAGE
Create a tree map that addresses 3 heroes/heroines in the novel.	0	0	-
Compose a letter to Ruth Minsky Sender. Tell her the three things that most impacted you in THE CAGE	1	2	11/06/2010 2:15pm by Parker →
THE COUNT OF MONTE CRISTO
Is it right to break the law if obeying an order? (captain's order to Edmond/secret letter)	3	17	3/27/2009 11:17pm by Bijowski →
THE CRUCIBLE
Why are the authorities so resistant to believing the claim that the girls are lying? Attach a multi-flow map to demonstrate your answer.	4	4	1/05/2010 8:21pm by Katherine McNeely →
What motivates Elizabeth to lie? Is a good name more important than the truth?	5	12	1/09/2011 2:39pm by Tricia White →
THE GREAT GATSBY
Is it possible to deny your past and become something different?	1	10	4/18/2010 4:19pm by Bijowski →
Is it fair to be judged by the past?	2	12	5/27/2010 1:06pm by Felicia Welch →
What's so great about Gatsby? Attach either a brace or circle map to show your thought process. Be consistent.	2	10	5/27/2010 1:17pm by Felicia Welch →
Is Fitzgerald writing a love story that embraces American ideals, or a satire that comments on them? Refer to passages and quotes to build a thesis.	1	3	1/03/2010 9:52pm by EDDY KISHKO →
THEIR EYES WERE WATCHING GOD
In what ways does Janie conform to or diverge from the men's assumptions about women? Attach a double bubble map with your explanation.	2	2	5/26/2010 3:54pm by Courtney Irwin →
Is Janie admirable? Attach a brace map to support your response. Be consistent.	2	6	1/10/2010 12:17pm by Freckle Face →
What kind of God are the eyes of Hurston’s characters watching? Consider Jonathan Edwards' God. Same? Different?	0	0	-
What is the importance of the concept of horizon?	0	0	-
THE LITTLE PRINCE
The author's homeland had been captured by the Nazis-symbols particularly evocative of war/exile?	0	0	-
The businessman says he owns the stars because he was the first to think of it. Agreed?	1	1	6/02/2009 7:49pm by Amira Alexander →
THE MERCHANT OF VENICE
Is Bassanio the sort of man Portia's father would have chosen? (specific support)	1	1	3/24/2009 8:40pm by EDDY KISHKO →
Consider Shylock: What stereotypical characteristics has Shakespeare endowed him with?	1	7	2/10/2009 5:50pm by Garrett Foster →
Explore the opposition of Mercy versus Justice set up by Portia's speeches in court.	1	3	2/18/2009 3:59pm by Allie Bijowski →
Explore Shylock’s speech in 3.1; does it change the play's tone from anti-Semitic to sympathetic?	1	5	2/12/2009 9:39am by Parker →
Does the text show Shakespeare anti-Semitic or a champion for Jews of his day?	3	6	2/19/2008 4:48pm by Parker →
Bad guys don't always wear black hats: Is there more than one villain in The Merchant of Venice?	2	6	6/02/2009 10:09pm by EDDY KISHKO →
THE OLD MAN & THE SEA
Is Santiago a tragic hero with a tragic flaw (pride)? Does his pride lead him to defeat or triumph?	4	4	1/05/2010 8:54pm by Jameelah Williams →
THE ONCE AND FUTURE KING
Quoting the text, agree or disagree with Mr. P's stance regarding POWER.	2	4	9/27/2010 3:46pm by Katie Collins →
Is the novel’s attitude toward war consistent, or does White contradict himself glorifying battle?	0	0	-
Guenever- pathetic or meritorious?	1	3	9/30/2010 8:26pm by Bijowski →
Could Lancelot have resisted betraying Arthur? Was it betrayal? Is he weak?	2	4	10/23/2010 1:41pm by EDDY KISHKO →
Why give Kay such a small role in the two books following The Sword In the Stone?	1	3	1/07/2011 12:43am by Derek Schreiner →
THE PICTURE OF DORIAN GRAY
Dorian’s scandalous behavior shocks his peers, yet he remains welcome in social circles? Why?	2	2	1/06/2011 12:16pm by Cline →
Is there any redemption for Dorian?	1	3	1/07/2011 12:36am by Derek Schreiner →
What is Sybil’s significance?	0	0	-
What impels Dorian to follow Lord Henry's guidance?	1	1	1/07/2011 12:55am by Femme Fatale →
Do artists have the responsibility to convey good morals to their audience? Vice and virtue are to the artist materials for an art.	1	2	1/03/2011 4:40pm by Bijowski →
How does this shed light on society's hypocrisy?	1	1	10/25/2010 8:50pm by Tuck →
THE SCARLET LETTER
Which is worse...for a sufferer to be free to show pain or to cover it up in his/her heart??? Attach a chart that shows both sides.	1	11	3/02/2010 8:52pm by Borders →
Explain the quote: To the untrue man, the whole universe is false.	5	5	1/05/2010 8:56pm by Marion →
Did the scarlet letter serve its purpose? Attach a multi-flow map to show your answer.	1	10	2/17/2010 3:46pm by Bijowski →
Custom House...What is it about power that creates a persecuting spirit?	0	0	-
Can a person ever really shed a bad reputation? Give specific examples to support your answer.	1	1	2/04/2010 7:49pm by Amira Alexander →
Why does Hawthorne begin the story after the sin of adultery?	0	0	-
Are Chillingworth’s reactions to his wife’s disgrace normal? Do you sympathize? What would you do?	0	0	-
How does the author evoke sympathy for Hester? Who is the villain?	0	0	-
Does modern society have any equivalent symbols of punishment and shame? (scarlet letter) Attach a bridge map with your analogy.	1	1	2/15/2010 1:55pm by Felicia Welch →
suffers most?…woman publicly punished for adultery, her silent partner, her husband, her child?	2	3	2/18/2010 1:02pm by Felicia Welch →
Did Dimmesdale love Hester?	1	1	2/16/2010 8:35pm by Odom →
THE SCARLET PIMPERNEL
Should one give up love to maintain honor as Percy claimed to do?	1	2	6/02/2009 8:42pm by EDDY KISHKO →
Marguerite Blakeney: Cleverest woman in Europe???	2	10	5/11/2009 1:43pm by Gideon Whaley →
Chauvelin: Purely evil, or can we find some sympathy for his revolutionary cause?	1	9	6/02/2009 9:05pm by EDDY KISHKO →
Should Percy have told Marguerite that he was the Scarlet Pimpernel? Explain.	1	8	5/27/2009 5:54pm by JayTucka! →
THE SECRET LIFE OF BEES
Who is the queen bee in this story? Attach a brace map that shows the qualities this person possesses that make her so.	10	10	11/15/2011 4:19pm by Kaylee Williams →
What compelled Rosaleen to spit on the three men's shoes? What does it take for a person to stand up with conviction against brutalizing injustice?	10	10	1/01/2011 3:08pm by Joey Jackson →
Do we need rituals, like May's wailing wall, to help us deal with our grief and suffering?	21	23	10/11/2011 5:29pm by Josh Grass →
THE SUN ALSO RISES
Surmise why Hemingway chose the diction ALSO in his title THE SUN ALSO RISES.	1	1	12/04/2008 8:32pm by Sunshine :D →
THE SUNFLOWER
What does the Sunflower mean to Wiesenthal?	1	1	1/06/2011 10:22pm by Bijowski →
Wiesenthal says there are different kinds of silence? Describe at least two.	0	0	-
How would you answer the final question of Wiesenthal’s story? (support)	1	1	1/06/2011 10:47pm by Bijowski →
THE WATER IS WIDE
Would you have taken the job of teaching on Yamacraw Island? Why or why not.	9	11	1/06/2011 10:22pm by Danielle Curlee →
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD
Why does Mr. Raymond pretend he is drunk to help people cope with his mixed marriage?	4	4	5/18/2011 10:04am by Jenna Derbyshire →
Describe a time when Atticus, Scout or Jem walk in someone else's shoes. How does this change how they view the situation?	3	3	5/18/2011 10:15am by Jenna Derbyshire →