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What motivates Mathilde's eagerness to leave the ball discreetly?

She feared encountering acquaintances who would reveal her deception.
She was feeling unwell and sought to avoid causing a scene.
She was ashamed of her worn, everyday attire. (correct)
She wished to prolong the enchantment of the evening in private.

What is the most significant consequence of the Loisels' decision to replace the lost necklace rather than confess the truth to Madame Forestier?

It spares Madame Forestier the distress of losing a valuable piece of jewelry.
It solidifies their reputation among their social circle, preventing future embarrassment.
It allows them to maintain a facade of wealth and status, shielding them from judgment.
It leads to a decade of hardship and poverty as they struggle to repay their debts. (correct)

What is the primary irony revealed at the story's conclusion?

Monsieur Loisel's efforts to secure the invitation to the ball were ultimately unnecessary.
Madame Forestier was aware of the necklace's true value all along.
The necklace they toiled to replace was essentially worthless. (correct)
The replacement necklace was of significantly higher quality than the original.

How does Mathilde's character evolve over the course of the story?

From a naive and discontented dreamer to a resilient and hardworking woman humbled by experience. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What does the plot suggest about the relationship between appearance and reality?

Appearances can be deceiving and the pursuit of superficial ideals can lead to unnecessary suffering. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which critical approach would be most effective in understanding why Paul Laurence Dunbar chose to write about the 'mask' as a central metaphor?

Historical Criticism, examining the social and cultural context of African Americans in 1895. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Dunbar's poem describes the act of wearing a mask. What is not a likely consequence of concealing one's true emotions, as suggested by the poem?

An increased sense of inner peace through self-control. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How might 'We Wear the Mask' be received differently by an audience in 1895 compared to a contemporary audience?

A contemporary audience would likely have a diminished understanding of the historical context and significance. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Imagine a modern adaptation of 'We Wear the Mask' focusing on social media. Which scenario best embodies the poem's theme?

An influencer carefully curating a perfect online persona, hiding their insecurities and anxieties. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a claim of value from a claim of fact or policy in an argumentative text?

A claim of value asserts the morality or worth of something. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Considering the plot, setting, and characterization in 'Inferno' Cantos I and II, how does Virgil's character function to advance the plot and develop Dante's character?

Virgil serves as a mentor and guide, initiating Dante's journey and providing him with courage and wisdom. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Dante's Inferno, particularly considering Circles 8 and 9, how does the setting contribute to the overall meaning and impact of the poem?

The setting mirrors the sins being punished, intensifying the suffering and reflecting the moral decay. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which revision most effectively corrects the faulty sentence: 'Because of the rain was falling, the game was cancelled.'?

Because of the rain, the game was cancelled. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In Dante's Inferno, what is the significance of Dante encountering the leopard, lion, and she-wolf in the dark forest in Canto 1?

They symbolize the sins of lust, pride, and greed that impede Dante's spiritual progress. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is Virgil, a virtuous and wise figure, unable to enter Heaven in Dante's Inferno?

Virgil was a pagan who lived before the time of Christ and worshiped Roman gods. (B) Signup and view all the answers

The inscription over the Gates of Hell in Canto 3 includes the phrase, "Through me the way into the suffering city." What does this signify for those entering?

Entry marks the abandonment of all hope for salvation. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In Canto 4, the souls in Limbo, including virtuous non-Christians and the unbaptized, are described as living in 'longing.' What does this longing primarily represent?

A yearning for faith and connection with God that they cannot attain. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In Canto 5, Dante witnesses the punishment of the lustful, who are buffeted by relentless winds. How does this punishment relate to their sin (contrapasso)?

The winds mirror the uncontrollable and turbulent nature of their desires. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Circle 8 of Hell, Malebolge, is dedicated to punishing what general type of sin?

Sins of fraud and deception. (B) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of Malebolge, what distinguishes the sinners punished in Circle 8 from those in Circle 9?

Circle 8 punishes fraudulent souls who did not violate trust, while Circle 9 punishes traitors. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In Bolgia 1 of Malebolge, panderers and seducers are forced to march endlessly while being whipped by demons. How does this punishment reflect the nature of their sins (contrapasso)?

It represents the physical and emotional pain they inflicted on others through manipulation. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the contrapasso for liars and impersonators in Dante's Inferno?

They are afflicted with diseases and madness, mirroring the corruption they spread. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Circle 9 of Hell is reserved for those who committed what sin?

Treachery against those they trusted (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is treachery considered the worst sin in Dante's Inferno, leading to placement in Circle 9?

It destroys relationships and undermines the foundations of community. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbolic significance of the sinners in Circle 9 being frozen in ice?

It signifies the cold-heartedness and lack of emotion associated with treachery. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between the sinners in Caina and Antenora within Circle 9?

Sinners in Caina betrayed family members, while those in Antenora betrayed their country or political entities. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the region of Caina named after Cain from the Bible?

To represent the ultimate betrayal of family, as Cain murdered his brother Abel. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In Antenora, how does the physical punishment reflect the nature of the sinners' betrayal?

Being frozen up to their necks, unable to move, symbolizes their inability to take action and change their fate. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of Dante and Virgil encountering giants such as Nimrod and Antaeus before entering Cocytus?

The giants are guardians of the entrance, emphasizing the magnitude and severity of the sins within Circle 9. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the punishment (contrapasso) for the Fraudulent Counselors in Dante's Inferno reflect their sin?

They are engulfed in individual flames, symbolizing how their deceitful words misled others into destruction. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Bertran de Born's punishment in the circle of Sowers of Discord is to carry his severed head. What does this contrapasso specifically represent?

His role in dividing father and son, mirroring the physical division he now experiences. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why are Ulysses (Odysseus) and Diomedes placed among the Fraudulent Counselors?

For their deceptive strategies in the Trojan War, which caused immense suffering. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the contrapasso applied to the Sowers of Discord?

They are sliced apart, then healed, only to be mutilated again, symbolizing how they tore people apart in life. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the sin of falsification manifest in the tenth circle of Hell, according to the passage?

Through the corruption of truth via alchemy, counterfeiting, lying, and impersonation. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In Dante's Inferno, which of the following best describes the contrapasso of Ptolomea (traitors to guests and friends)?

Souls are frozen while still alive on Earth; demons take their bodies before they die. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbolic significance of the diseases and deformities suffered by the Falsifiers as part of their contrapasso?

They reflect their moral decay and the corruption they spread through their falsehoods. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is the Ninth Circle of Hell, Judecca, named after Judas Iscariot?

Judas represents the ultimate act of betrayal against a benefactor. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the key distinction between the sins punished in the circle of Fraudulent Counselors and those punished in the circle of Sowers of Discord?

Fraudulent Counselors involve deception and manipulation, while Sowers of Discord involve creating division and conflict. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the symbolic significance of Satan flapping his wings in the Judecca section of Inferno?

It symbolizes his constant generation of evil and the perpetuation of sin. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does Dante use the story of Count Ugolino to critique political treachery in Inferno?

By showing the devastating consequences of betrayal through Ugolino's starvation and desperation. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of how the sin of counterfeiting, as a form of falsification, causes harm?

By undermining trust in economic systems and causing financial instability. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Friar Alberigo's presence in Ptolomea highlights what theological concept within Dante's Inferno?

That certain sins are so grave, the soul can be condemned before physical death, with demons inhabiting the body. (A) Signup and view all the answers

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Flashcards

Mathilde's Ball

Mathilde enjoys luxury and admiration at the ball, fulfilling her dreams.

Missing Necklace

Mathilde and her husband realize after the ball that the necklace is gone.