Pearle Pratt
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High school English teacher with 15 years of experience. I have gained Advanced Placement Certification, Academically/Intellectually Gifted Certification and National Board Certification. I also have an undergraduate degree in Psychology.
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Answered a Question in The Interlopers
There are two central conflicts in “The Interlopers,” by Saki. The primary conflict, of course, is the rigid obstinacy of the men, Ulrich and Georg, who fight over a narrow strip of land. The... -
Answered a Question in The Necklace
Mathilde Loisel is materialistic and unappreciative. Although her husband works diligently to provide for their family, even attempting to offer her the best that he could afford. His wife would... -
Answered a Question in Of Mice and Men
Lennie, one of the central characters in John Steinbeck’s novel, “Of Mice and Men,” is presented as a powerful yet peaceful man. He suffers from a mental deficiency and he does not possess clear... -
Answered a Question in Great Expectations
In the Charles Dickens’ novel, “Great Expectations,” Magwitch is a convict who frightens the young boy, Pip, into providing him with food after he escapes the hulks (prison ship). Later, when... -
Answered a Question in The Open Window
H.H. Munro wrote his most celebrated works under the pen name of “Saki”. In the provocative short story, “The Open Window,” Mr. Framton Nuttel has come to visit Mrs. Sappelton at the suggestion of... -
Answered a Question in The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas
This child’s well-being is sacrificed for the “common good” of the town. In order for the residents of Omelas to mistreat the child without regret, guilt, or remorse, they are careful not to form... -
Answered a Question in The Pigman
Mr. Pignati’s first heart attack is caused by over-exerting himself while skating with John and Lorraine. John and Lorraine (the kids who have entered Mr. Pignati’s home under false pretences),... -
Answered a Question in The Most Dangerous Game
Ivan, General Zaroff’s butler and attendant in “The Most Dangerous Game,” is extremely large and vicious. He is deaf and dumb, so he is unable to communicate verbally with Rainsford or any of the... -
Answered a Question in The Great Gatsby
Although The Great Gatsby is intended to offer commentary on human behavior and materialism, there is an element to the novel that can be viewed as racist. For instance, when Nick Carraway visits... -
Answered a Question in The Most Dangerous Game
In “The Most Dangerous Game,” by Richard Connell, Rainsford, a skilled hunter, finds himself hunted as prey by the deranged General Zaroff. Rainsford falls from a yacht and miraculously... -
Answered a Question in The Sniper
“The Sniper”, by Liam O’Flaherty offers several forms of conflict, both internal and external. Of course, the sniper is battling against external forcers in the form of enemy fire. He kills the... -
Answered a Question in Battle Royal; or, The Invisible Man
In Ralph Ellison’s Invisible Man, the narrator is troubled by the words of his dying grandfather. In essence, his grandfather advises him to perpetuate dual existence – an outward conventionality... -
Answered a Question in The Most Dangerous Game
In this selection from the short story, “The Most Dangerous Game,” Rainsford, the main character, is in a desperate predicament. In the beginning of the story, he is enjoying a conversation with... -
Answered a Question in Silas Marner
The patrons of the Rainbow Inn discuss several topics in Chapter Six of Silas Marner by George Elliot. The chapter opens with the discussion of red Durham cow that Bob recently brought into town.... -
Answered a Question in Still I Rise
The poem, “Still I Rise”, by Maya Angelou, contains a number of poetical devices, including repetition, simile, metaphor, and personification. In addition, the author skillfully employs the use of... -
Answered a Question in The Devil and Tom Walker
Tom Walker entered into his contract with the devil willingly. He was driven to do so by greed and an unscrupulous nature. He rarely considered the thoughtlessness of his bargain until he began to... -
Answered a Question in The Sniper
Personification is the practice of assigning human traits to inanimate objects. Often, it involves objects that are described as behaving in a manner similar to humans. There are several instances... -
Answered a Question in A Tale of Two Cities
The carriage of the Marquis travels the streets of the city recklessly. When the carriage runs over the little child, the child is killed. The Marquis has no pity or concern for the loss of... -
Answered a Question in Great Expectations
The Charles Dickens classic, Great Expectations, is well-known for its descriptive and figurative use of language. Chapter 3 is no exception. For instance, in the first paragraphs of the chapter,... -
Answered a Question in The Sniper
One of the first and most obvious similarites is that the central character in each selection is a young man. (Andy is sixteen in Sidewalk and the Republican sniper is a "student," suggesting... -
Answered a Question in The Awakening
There are several instances of “romantic love” in The Awakening, including the relationship between the two lovers, the romantic interests of the lovely Spanish girl, Mariequita and the fascinating... -
Answered a Question in The Bet
The prisoner, a young lawyer, spent the final two years of confinement reading. He read books on topics such as philosophy, religion, science, literature, and medicine. The banker recounts that the... -
Answered a Question in Julia Alvarez
This poem concerns a young girl’s early attempts at self-definition. Her perpetual scribbling is, in essence, an insistent yearning to remember her inner self and to remain true to her dreams. She... -
Answered a Question in The Mayor of Casterbridge
Michael Henchard’s impulsivity is evident in his actions. Of course, his most recklessly spontaneous act occurs in the first chapter of the text. While surreptitiously imbibing rum from his bowl of... -
Answered a Question in Kate Chopin
Chopin’s stories often depict women who are trapped by gender role expectations and pressured to conform to societal norms. In these instances, all three characters - Calixta (“The Storm”), Louise...