Similes and Metaphors Analysis

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What is the simile on page 218 and what does it mean?

I felt like we were lambs being led to the slaughter. It means being innocent led to something scary.

What happened to Mr. Cadaver?

He was killed by a drunk driver.

What happened to Mrs. Partridge?

Mrs. Partridge lost her sight in the accident that killed Mr. Cadaver.

What is the meaning of the quote 'It was as if I was walking in her moccasins'?

It means she understood and was experiencing the same things. Signup and view all the answers

How have the mysterious messages left for the Winterbottoms affected Sal?

It affected the way she looked at things. Signup and view all the answers

What is the example of foreshadowing on page 222?

The next day was probably one of the best and surely the worst in Grams and Gramps' lives. Signup and view all the answers

What did Sal, Gramps, and Gram go see?

They went to see Old Faithful. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Gram cry?

She was so happy to see Old Faithful. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two similes on page 226 and what do they mean?

'He was like a kid riding a hobby horse.' 'I felt as if I was torn in two pieces.' Signup and view all the answers

What is the metaphor on page 227 and what does it mean?

'But the other half of me was a quivering pile of jelly.' It means she was really nervous. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two similes on page 229 and what do they mean?

'If someone were controlling him by an invisible thread.' 'Phoebe and I were out of school like a shot.' Signup and view all the answers

What does Sal think Ben is trying to do?

She thought he was trying to plant a kiss on her. Signup and view all the answers

What is Phase 2 of Phoebe's plan?

Calling Sgt. Bickle and asking for the lunatic. Signup and view all the answers

Who else took the same bus as Sal and Phoebe and why?

Ben took the bus and said he was visiting someone at the hospital. Signup and view all the answers

What is the simile on page 234 and what does it mean?

We stood out like pickles in a pea patch. They stood out for being different. Signup and view all the answers

Who were the two people on the bench?

Phoebe's mother and the lunatic. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Similes and Metaphors

"I felt like we were lambs being led to the slaughter" signifies innocence leading into danger.
"It was as if I was walking in her moccasins" conveys understanding and shared experiences.
Simile on page 226: "he was like a kid riding a hobby horse," illustrates Gramps' childlike excitement; "I felt as if I was torn in two pieces" expresses Sal's internal conflict.
Metaphor on page 227: "a quivering pile of jelly" indicates Sal's nervousness.
Similes on page 229: "controlled by an invisible thread" suggests Ben's movements seem manipulated; "out of school like a shot" describes their speed in leaving school.

Key Events and Characters

Mr. Cadaver was killed by a drunk driver, causing significant events in the narrative.
Mrs. Partridge lost her sight due to the same accident.
Sal, Gramps, and Gram visited Old Faithful, prompting Gram's tears of joy.
Sal suggests Ben is trying to kiss her, showing her internal thoughts and feelings toward him.
Phoebe's Phase 2 plan involves calling Sgt Bickle to ask about the lunatic.

Foreshadowing and Important Outcomes

The foreshadowing on page 222 hints that the next day will be both the best and worst for Grams and Gramps.
Sal and Phoebe encounter Ben on the bus, where he states he is visiting someone at the hospital, adding intrigue to his character.

Symbolic Representations

"We stood out like pickles in a pea patch" highlights how Sal and Phoebe felt different or out of place compared to others.
The two people on the bench are Phoebe's mother and the lunatic, linking to the overarching themes of family and mystery.

Impact on Sal's Perspective

The mysterious messages for the Winterbottoms significantly shifted Sal's worldview, demonstrating her evolving understanding of situations and relationships.

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Description

Explore the rich use of similes and metaphors in literary contexts. This quiz delves into key events and characters, highlighting how figurative language enhances the narrative depth. Test your understanding of these literary devices and their impact on character emotions and development.