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  Can anyone think of a continuation of the story "Lamb to the Slaughter?"  Or a "prequel?"

  Posted by tjacka on Oct 28, 2009 at 01:36 PM

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  In "Lamb to the Slaughter," why did the dectectives not suspect Mary as the murderer?

  Posted by vikdono on Oct 19, 2009 at 07:08 PM

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  How is Mary's behaviour different in Lamb to the Slaughter after the incident?

  Posted by jess123456789 on Sep 24, 2009 at 02:25 PM

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  I would like to know more about the syntax and diction in this story.

  Posted by cameryn on Sep 22, 2009 at 01:52 PM

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  In "Lamb to the Slaughter" is Mary Maloney observant and calculating till the end?

  Posted by sawa on Sep 14, 2009 at 02:59 PM

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  In "Lamb to the Slaughter" Mary Maloney is cool and calculating when it comes to murder. Discuss.

  Posted by sam-19791 on Sep 10, 2009 at 08:27 AM

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  In "Lamb to the Slaughter" by Roald Dahl, why did Mary Maloney kill her husband?

  Posted by tota3 on Sep 2, 2009 at 09:18 AM

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  What is the equilibrium of "lamb to the slaughter"?

  Posted by chloex on Sep 1, 2009 at 09:16 AM

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  In "Lamb to the Slaughter" how is the life of Mary Maloney and why is she the way that she is?

  Posted by torta on May 4, 2009 at 05:18 PM

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  Briefly summarize the plot of "Lamb to the Slaughter".

  Posted by bethanysayshello on Apr 10, 2009 at 07:33 AM

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  Where does "Lamb to the Slaughter" take place?

  Posted by amanuelesl on Mar 10, 2009 at 02:57 PM

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  In "Lamb to the Slaughter" how does the author create suspense in the story?  

  Posted by tommyl1 on Mar 2, 2009 at 02:57 PM

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  In "A Lamb to the Slaughter" how does Mary's character change from the beginning to the end of the story?  

  Posted by tommyl1 on Mar 1, 2009 at 06:35 AM

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  Identify a simile, metaphor, emotive word and a hyphenated word in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?  

  Posted by yobo on Feb 10, 2009 at 11:24 PM

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  This story ends with a dramatic irony. Explain the dramatic irony?

  Posted by idaa95 on Feb 10, 2009 at 01:08 AM

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  What is the theme in the short story "Lamb to the Slaughter'"by Roald Dahl?

  Posted by becca94 on Jan 13, 2009 at 11:28 AM

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  Describe the main characters in "Lamb to the Slaughter".

  Posted by marinagirl1 on Dec 15, 2008 at 08:12 PM

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  It's obvious why Mary wants the policemen to eat the leg of lamb, but why is she so keen for them to have some of the whiskey?

  Posted by u23sjw on Nov 30, 2008 at 10:42 AM

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  How does the author create suspense in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by nahila on Nov 21, 2008 at 05:01 PM

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  Who are the central characters in "Lamb to the Slaughter"? What details or lack of details does the author provide to develop these characters?

  Posted by nahila on Nov 19, 2008 at 06:05 PM

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  What are some contrasts and comparisons between the short stories "The Landlady" and "Lamb of the Slaughter?"

  Posted by goldneboy-shell on Nov 17, 2008 at 05:46 AM

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  Who are the central characters? What details or lack of details does the author provide to develop these characters?

  Posted by nahila on Nov 16, 2008 at 11:41 AM

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  What are some contrasts/comparisons between the short stories "The Possibility of Evil" and "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by mel135 on Oct 31, 2008 at 12:37 PM

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  What are some contrasts and comparisons between the short stories "Lamb to the Slaughter" and "The Possibility of Evil"?

  Posted by mel135 on Oct 30, 2008 at 05:41 PM

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  Describe Patrick as a husband in "Lamb to the Slaughter".

  Posted by kar94 on Oct 1, 2008 at 12:28 AM

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  What details does the author use to describe Mary Maloney's character in "Lamb to the Slaugher"?

  Posted by danus123 on Sep 30, 2008 at 02:52 PM

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  Before the husband breaks the news, name 3 clues indicating this evening is going to be a break with routine in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by elaw0978 on Sep 26, 2008 at 03:17 PM

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  What are some adjectives or phrases from the text that describe the relationship between Mary Maloney and her husband before the murder?

  Posted by laxshan on Sep 22, 2008 at 04:44 PM

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  How are "actus reus" and "mens rea" connected or linked to the story "Lamb to the Slaughter?"

  Posted by shan1994mar on Sep 11, 2008 at 01:25 PM

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  How do stereotypes and bias affect the characters in the story "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by pingou on Sep 8, 2008 at 04:59 PM

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  What is the genre of the text  "Lamb to the Slaughter"? How does it meet the criteria of that genre?

  Posted by sarahnabuli on Jul 14, 2008 at 08:59 AM

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  How is language used to subvert our expectations in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by dim on Jun 19, 2008 at 03:40 AM

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  What is the setting in "Lamb To Slaughter"?

  Posted by sm09 on Jun 10, 2008 at 08:48 PM

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  What is an example of simile, personification, and mood in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by dlghtjs on Jun 7, 2008 at 12:53 AM

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  What is an example of foreshadowing, setting, and direct characterization in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by hope0026 on Jun 7, 2008 at 12:47 AM

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  What is the plot summary of the story "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by shellyworld on Jun 6, 2008 at 04:03 AM

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  At what point in the story "Lamb to the Slaugher" does the rising action take place?

  Posted by waltzone11 on Jun 2, 2008 at 12:43 AM

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  Please provide a description of central figure of "Lamb to the Slaughter."

  Posted by waltzone11 on Jun 1, 2008 at 12:00 AM

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  What is the narrative in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by waltzone11 on May 30, 2008 at 04:24 AM

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  What are the examples of literary elements in the story "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by hope0026 on May 23, 2008 at 05:27 PM

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  What is the climax in the story,"Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by hope0026 on May 21, 2008 at 09:38 PM

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  When did Mary Maloney regain consciousness of reality?

  Posted by jamiekinns on Apr 15, 2008 at 02:40 AM

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  What is the plot of the story?

  Posted by klyohe on Dec 12, 2007 at 07:38 PM

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  What it the setting?

  Posted by kingjay on Dec 4, 2007 at 04:54 PM

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  How does Dahl use irony to bring back humor to the plot?

  Posted by kobytuck on Nov 14, 2007 at 06:49 AM

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  What does does Mary Maloney discover about herself, life, or anything else in "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by ricky on Nov 11, 2007 at 03:48 PM

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  in the story we are not told what patrick says to his wife but insteat the story focuses on Mary's reaction to what he says,why?

  Posted by kea on Nov 4, 2007 at 11:40 PM

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  how is the title of the story connected with the whole story and what does it tell us?

  Posted by kea on Nov 1, 2007 at 08:42 AM

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  What are the most five important scenes in  "Lamb to the Slaughter"?

  Posted by hellohello on Oct 27, 2007 at 07:25 AM

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  Is there a detailed summary of Lamb to the Slaughter?

  Posted by carley1201122 on Oct 21, 2007 at 07:18 PM