Explanation:
I can provide an analysis of the character traits that can be observed in Jeffrey Lionel "Maniac" Magee based on the events described in the first six chapters of the book.
Based on the events described in these chapters, we can see that Jeffrey is a resilient and determined individual. Despite the challenges he faces, such as being orphaned and having to move frequently, he remains optimistic and maintains a positive outlook on life. For example, when he is asked where he is from, he responds, "I'm from everywhere." This shows that he is adaptable and able to adjust to new environments.
Additionally, Jeffrey demonstrates a strong sense of justice and fairness. When he sees Amanda and her friends being harassed by a group of boys, he steps in and defends them. He also stands up to the Cobras, a gang of older boys who are terrorizing the neighborhood. This shows that he is not afraid to take action and stand up for what he believes in.
Overall, Jeffrey is a complex character who demonstrates a range of traits, including resilience, adaptability, optimism, and a strong sense of justice.
Answer and Explanation:
NOTE: I will use the page number from the book I own. Change it if it does not match the page in your book.
"The Great Gatsby" is a novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald whose themes concern the degradation of the American dream and society. In chapter 4, the narrator, Nick, is riding in Gatsby's car with Gatsby himself. Up to this point in the story, very little is known about Gatsby. He is this mysterious millionaire who seems to have taken a sudden interest in Nick.
While driving - and speeding -, Gatsby is tagged along by a policeman. He shows the policeman a white card that immediately releases him from having any kind of trouble. Nick asks him what it was, to which he gets the following answer:
‘I was able to do the commissioner a favor once, and he sends me a Christmas card every year.' (page 74)
That interaction already reveals a lot about Gatsby. We know he is somehow influential. The Christmas card he showed the policeman is enough to keep him from getting a speed ticket, and probably would keep him from having any trouble with the police whatsoever. Even though we do not know what the favor was, Gatsby is obviously relying on it to get away with wrongdoings, which leads us to think it was likely something shady.
To entertain family members
To give hope to the younger generation
To teach lessons about important cultural values
The correct answer is - to teach lessons about important cultural values.
Oral tradition refers to stories and tales that are told throughout the society. Usually a grandfather or a grandmother will tell these stories to their grandkids, in order to teach them a valuable lesson about their society, but also about life in general. These tales are of extreme importance for young children, so that they can learn more about life.
b. Direct quotations should be reserved for characters in stories.
c. An anecdote or humorous quotation is often more convincing than a strong argument.
d. Give your writing a personal touch by showing that you're interested in your subject.
With sweet, reluctant, amorous delay;
With all her charms as vainly Circe strove,
And added magic to secure my love.
In pomps or joys, the palace or the grot,
My country's image never was forgot;
My absent parents rose before my sight,
And distant lay contentment and delight.
The line in this excerpt from Homer's Odyssey that best shows that Ulysses was a good ruler who always remembered his responsibility for his homeland, Ithaca, is:
"My country's image never was forgot;"
This line demonstrates how he cares for his place, the love he feels for it and how it is always in his mind like a permanent image in his head.