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Arts & Humanities > William Shakespeare Literary analysis: Polonius, by William Shakespeare: 1 of 5

Polonius, a character in Hamlet by William Shakespeare, was not a well-chosen candidate as a royal advisor. Political advisors should be wise and clever, but Polonius was neither. Although many believed he was a wise, worldly man, he was little more than the king's puppet. Polonius was a poor father; he only thought about hi...
Arts & Humanities > British Literature Book reviews: Refugee Boy, by Benjamin Zephaniah: 1 of 1

Refugee Boy Written by: Benjamin Zephaniah Theme: Although there are many themes in this realistic novel, the ever-present theme is of love. Although war ravaged their country, Alem's family always pushed for peace. They loved both their country and their neighbors. When fighting and persecution was inevitable, Alem's parent...
Arts & Humanities > American Literature John Steinbeck's incredible use of imagery: 1 of 1

John Steinbeck, a classic author, uses one of the many elements of literature to enhance the mood. This element is imagery. There are two moods in the story, the light and peaceful mood and the dark, scary mood. Both moods are supported by his imagery. The imagery makes you feel as though you are right there to see, smell, h...
Arts & Humanities > Literary Themes & Ideas Shakespeare versus Steinbeck: 1 of 1

Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare and The Pearl by John Steinbeck are classic works of literature. In The Pearl, Kino is the main character while, in Romeo and Juliet, Romeo is one of the main characters. These characters are very different but in other ways are very much alike. Kino is an Indian that desires a better ...
Arts & Humanities > American Literature Analysis of the characters in John Steinbeck's book, The Pearl: 1 of 1

In the novel The Pearl, Steinbeck uses his writing to show the "black, white, and gray aspects of the human condition." Juana is a white, pure character. Kino is a gray character. The doctor is a black, evil character. In his writing, Steinbeck depicts each character without always writing it in black and white. Some traits ...
Arts & Humanities > American Literature An analysis of the doctor's character in The Pearl, by John Steinbeck: 1 of 1

Acts "[When he heard of Kino's new wealth]'He is a client of mine,' the doctor said. I am treating his child for a scorpion sting.'" (Steinbeck 22). "'Sometimes, my friend, the scorpion sting has a curious effect. There will be an apparent improvement, and then without warning-pouf!' He pursed his lips and made a little expl...
Arts & Humanities > Fantasy & Science Fiction White, gray, and black sections of society in Lord of the Flies, by William Golding: 2 of 3

White, Gray, and Black Sections of Society Society is made of many people, all different. Everyone contributes to the society, but it is not always good. William Golding shows this in his novel Lord of the Flies. There are characters that symbolize the white or pure section of society, the gray section that is not all good b...
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Science stories for children: 5 of 6

I Scream You Scream We All Scream For Ice Cream Hi, my name is Chocolate Syrup. I had a fun but somewhat scary day with my friends Hood Milk, Ice Cube, and Crystal O'Salt yesterday. Hood was a fun friend to hang out with. Though he did not have as much energy as Vapor the gas, he always had more energy than the solids. My fr...
Arts & Humanities > British Literature Book reviews: Great Expectations, by Charles Dickens: 5 of 6

Money makes the world go round. The great serial novel by Charles Dickens, Great Expectations, has many characters that money influences their every action, but there are also the good, true people, who money does not change. Pip begins as an innocent orphan, but money corrupts him into a snob. Biddy never changes in the fac...
Arts & Humanities > William Shakespeare Literary Analysis: Who is to blame for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet: 18 of 20

Debate Summary Who was at fault for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet? 1)The ancient feud between the Capulet and Montague Families caused these deaths. If there was no feud, Romeo would be happily married to Juliet. The marriage would not have to be a secret. There would be no hatred. This means Tybalt would not have been mad ...