Questions and Answers
What is the source of the animal magnetism Billy feels in the prison hospital shed?
The weird coat Billy got with the fur collar.
What does Lazzaro say is the sweetest thing in life? What story does he tell to prove his point?
Revenge, illustrated by a story about a dog he fed a steak with cut up bits of wire springs.
What advice does Lazzaro give Billy?
Whenever the doorbell rings, have somebody else answer the door.
How does Billy die?
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What positive attributes of Dresden does the Englishman share with the American POWs?
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How is Edgar Derby elected head American?
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To what does the author compare his first view of Dresden?
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Describe the Americans' arrival in Dresden.
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Describe the Americans' 'home away from home'.
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Study Notes
Key Events and Characters in "Slaughterhouse-Five"
- Billy Pilgrim experiences "animal magnetism" due to a peculiar fur-collared coat; hidden inside are a 2-karat diamond and dentures, which he initially cannot identify.
- Lazzaro believes revenge is the sweetest aspect of life; he shares a gruesome tale of poisoning a dog that bit him by feeding it steak laced with wire springs.
- Lazzaro advises Billy to have others answer the doorbell, as he vows to seek vengeance for the death of Weary, indicating a looming threat.
- Billy's death occurs during a speech in Chicago, where he discusses time and aliens; he is fatally shot with a laser gun from a concealed press box.
- An Englishman highlights the appealing attributes of Dresden to the American POWs, describing the city as vibrant with flowers, entertainment, and various animals.
- Edgar Derby becomes the head American POW after being nominated by an Englishman, with only a few Americans voting in favor, indicating a lack of strong leadership.
- The author compares the first sight of Dresden to a Sunday school depiction of Heaven, later likening it to the fantastical land of Oz, illustrating a transition from innocence to harsh reality.
- Upon arrival in Dresden, the Americans observe a bustling city filled with culture and citizens; they encounter a surgeon who engages them, adding to their discomfort.
- The Americans' living conditions are described as a stark "home away from home," consisting of a one-story cement structure originally used as a pig shelter, specifically named Slaughterhouse 5.
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 6 from Kurt Vonnegut's 'Slaughterhouse-Five' with these flashcards. Explore key concepts and definitions, including themes of animal magnetism and revenge. Perfect for students looking to enhance their understanding of this classic novel.
