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Explain how Artemis's surname, 'Fowl,' is a homophone and how its alternate meaning ('foul') might relate to his character.
Explain how Artemis's surname, 'Fowl,' is a homophone and how its alternate meaning ('foul') might relate to his character.
'Fowl' sounds like 'foul,' which means wicked or dirty. This relates to Artemis because he is committing crimes and doesn't seem sorry, which makes him wicked.
How does the text suggest that the fairy civilization might be older than human civilization? Use evidence from Artemis's translation efforts to support the answer.
How does the text suggest that the fairy civilization might be older than human civilization? Use evidence from Artemis's translation efforts to support the answer.
The text suggests that the first written human stories were about fairies, implying their civilization predates man's. Artemis finds similarities between Gnommish and Egyptian hieroglyphics, suggesting that the Egyptians adapted an existing fairy scripture.
What does Artemis's process of translating Gnommish reveal about his character and his understanding of ancient languages?
What does Artemis's process of translating Gnommish reveal about his character and his understanding of ancient languages?
Artemis's translation process shows he is intelligent, resourceful and knowledgeable. He is able to compare Gnommish to various language writing styles. This shows he is smart but also well-read.
Based on the information, can you infer why Artemis is so interested in ancient languages and their connection to the fairy world? What might be his ultimate goal?
Based on the information, can you infer why Artemis is so interested in ancient languages and their connection to the fairy world? What might be his ultimate goal?
The text directly mentions the deity 'Anubis', but does not state what Anubis is a deity of. Based on your existing knowledge, or a brief search, what is Anubis the deity of, and why is this relevant to the translation of Gnommish?
The text directly mentions the deity 'Anubis', but does not state what Anubis is a deity of. Based on your existing knowledge, or a brief search, what is Anubis the deity of, and why is this relevant to the translation of Gnommish?
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Homophone
Homophone
Words that sound alike but have different meanings and spellings.
The name 'Fowl'
The name 'Fowl'
In the context of Artemis Fowl, it suggests both his surname and a hint to his wicked nature or possibly his wealth.
Gnommish
Gnommish
The ancient language used by the Fairy People in the Artemis Fowl series.
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Study Notes
- ‘Fowl’ is a homophone of the word ‘foul’.
- Homophones are words that sound the same but have different meanings and spellings.
- ‘Fowl’ means bird, while ‘foul’ means wicked or dirty.
- Artemis's surname might be ‘Fowl’ because he is rich or commits crimes without remorse.
- Names in books often hint at a character's personality.
Chapter 2: Translation
- Artemis is smart and resourceful, but has not read the Book yet.
- Artemis cannot read Gnommish.
- Gnommish is the ancient language used by the Fairy People.
- When Artemis begins translating Gnommish, he compares it to different languages and their writing styles.
- Gnommish is similar to Egyptian hieroglyphics.
- The male symbol in Gnommish is similar to the Anubis god representation on Tutankhamen's inner-chamber hieroglyphics.
- The first written human stories were about fairies.
- The fairy civilization predates mankind.
- The Egyptians adapted the Gnommish scripture to suit their needs.
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