All Summer in a Day Flashcards

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How is Margot bullied by her classmates?

Margot is bullied because they drag her into the closet and lock her there for a long time.

Why is Margot bullied by her classmates?

Margot is bullied because they don't believe her about the sun coming out and are jealous that she was born on Earth.

Has life on Venus changed Margot?

Yes, life on Venus has changed Margot; she is pale, frail, lonely, and misses the sun.

What is a simile?

A simile is a comparison using 'like' or 'as'. Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of similes from the story?

'It's like a penny,' 'It's like a fire on a stove.' Signup and view all the answers

What is a metaphor?

A metaphor is a comparison of two things that does not use 'like' or 'as'. Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of metaphors from the story?

'It was a nest of octopuses...' and 'It was the color of rubber and ash.' Signup and view all the answers

What is a theme statement for the story?

The theme is that jealousy can lead to cruelty. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the protagonist?

Margot Signup and view all the answers

Who are the antagonists?

William and the other students. Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting—Time?

The future Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting—Place?

A classroom on Venus Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's purpose?

To entertain Signup and view all the answers

What is the point of view?

Third Person Limited Signup and view all the answers

What are the themes?

Bullying never solves a problem, don't judge a book by its cover, have faith in people, trust others. Signup and view all the answers

What is the genre?

Science Fiction Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author?

Ray Bradbury Signup and view all the answers

What is the resolution?

The kids finally let Margot out of the closet. Signup and view all the answers

What is the falling action?

The kids go outside and play for a while, but then they realize they left Margot in the closet. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main conflict?

The main conflict is whether the weather will clear and the sun will come out. Signup and view all the answers

What is the rising action?

Margot arrives at school, gets bullied, and the kids put her in the closet. Signup and view all the answers

What is the climax?

The sun comes up and it stops raining. Signup and view all the answers

Is the conflict internal or external?

External Signup and view all the answers

Man v.s __________.

Nature Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Plot Elements

Margot is bullied by classmates, particularly William, who locks her in a closet.
Jealousy drives the bullying as Margot remembers the sun from Earth, unlike her Venusian classmates.
Margot's life on Venus has made her pale, lonely, and emotionally affected; she feels isolated and sad.

Literary Devices

Simile: Comparisons using "like" or "as." Examples include:
- “It's like a penny.”
- “It's like a fire on a stove.”
Metaphor: Comparisons that do not use "like" or "as." Examples include:
- "It was a nest of octopuses, clustering up great arms of flesh like weeds."
- Descriptions of the jungle's colors: "color of rubber and ash," "color of stones and white cheese."

Themes

Central theme: Jealousy leads to cruelty, shown through classmates’ bullying of Margot.
Related themes include: Bullying does not resolve issues, the importance of faith and trust in others.

Characters

Protagonist: Margot, the lonely girl from Earth.
Antagonists: William and other students who isolate Margot, alongside the harsh environment of Venus.

Setting

Time Frame: Set in the future.
Place: A classroom located on Venus.

Author's Intent

Purpose of the story: To entertain readers through a narrative exploring deep emotional and societal themes.

Narrative Structure

Point of View: Third-person limited perspective, focusing on Margot's experiences.
Conflict: The primary conflict revolves around the unpredictable weather on Venus, debating if and when the sun will emerge.
The nature of conflict: External, as it involves bullying and environmental challenges.

Story Progression

Rising Action: Begins with Margot's arrival at school and the build-up of her bullying.
Climax: The moment when the sun comes out after rain.
Falling Action: The children enjoy the sunlight but soon remember Margot locked away, realizing their mistake.
Resolution: Margot finally released from the closet by the children who bullied her.

Genre and Author

Genre classification: Science Fiction.
Author of the story: Ray Bradbury.

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Description

This set of flashcards explores the themes of bullying and jealousy in Ray Bradbury's 'All Summer in a Day'. Each card examines key questions about the character Margot and her experiences with her classmates. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of the text.