There are several symbols within the story as well, the rose in the title, the house, and the smell that is mentioned. ... Women were expected to act with the utmost grace and dignity, and unless married a woman was to never be alone with a man, it was unacceptable. ... The symbols in the story are the rose in the title, the house, and the smell. The rose in the title can be a symbol for a few things. ...

• Word Count: 755
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

Noll's title choice for the poem," Lunch on Omaha Beach" ,is a stark contrast from the actual text of the poem. The title of the poem reminds one of a vacation spent at a sunny beach where all things were joyful. The title of this poem is obviously used to express the lighter, post D-Day side of the contrast. ... The contrast within the title properly clarifies Noll's later acceptance of the war. ... Crying is a very natural response to an overwhelming emotion, but Noll somehow makes the act of crying seem completely devoid of emotion. ...

• Word Count: 1031
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

These act as key events in the novel as they enlighten the protagonist of the life he has led. ... The changes in consciousness the title character undergoes also affect the overall feelings he has about his life. ... Holding a good social position, he tried his very best not to let his emotions get in the way of how he acted and performed his duties. ...

• Word Count: 578
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

In Hamlet, the soliloquies performed by the title character help reveal his innermost thoughts and feelings aloud. ... From Hamlet's first soliloquy in Act I scene II, one would learn of his internal struggle over the new marriage. ... During Hamlet's soliloquy in Act IV, Hamlet hears of the actions of Fortinbras. ... From Hamlet's soliloquies in Act I and III, one learns of Hamlet's internal struggle with depression, suicide and the fear of the unknown. ... In Hamlet's first soliloquy in Act I, he addresses his feelings on the new marriage, and also reveals his though...

• Word Count: 1231
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

However, the title of the story does not refer to her death, but rather to the killing of love, desire & passion; the elements that award us happiness and fulfillment in life. ... What is known, is that at the first sign of a physical act by Mrs, Sinico, possibly an outer presentation of strong inner-feelings, the relations were brought to an abrupt stop by Mr. ...

• Word Count: 488
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

The sons of the great Oedipus, Eteocles and Polynices, have just killed each other in the act of war. Their Uncle, Creon, has now gained the title of king of Thebes. ... "And even if I die in the act, that death will be a glory. ...

• Word Count: 746
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

In "Othello" one of the most key themes within the play is the act of deception and control of others. ... For the next play, "Hedda Gabler", the main focus now lies upon Hedda Tesman better known as Hedda Gabler, who as the title suggests is the protagonist, she is also the most deceptive and controlling character within the play. ...

• Word Count: 802
• Approx Pages: 3
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

She had always been ruled by, and depended on, men to protect, defend and act for her. ... The "Rose" for Emily, Faulkner talks about in the title of this fictitious story could be found in the tomb like bedroom she created, which wasn't found till Emily's death. ...

• Word Count: 906
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• Grade Level: High School

Take a Walk on the Dark Side On February 11, 1963 Sylvia Plath laid her children down to rest, walked downstairs to the kitchen, turned the oven on and then stuck her head in it. She had, after several attempts, successfully committed suicide. Depression had smothered Plath's mind her entire li...

• Word Count: 1028
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

Take a Walk on the Dark Side On February 11, 1963 Sylvia Plath laid her children down to rest, walked downstairs to the kitchen, turned the oven on and then stuck her head in it. She had, after several attempts, successfully committed suicide. Depression had smothered Plath's mind her entire li...

• Word Count: 1028
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School