Explain and defend your selections. Explain and defend your selections. As a collective review for the exam on Friday, pick one of the terms from the following list, explain the term in your own words, and then illustrate this concept with an example from our course reading. King Lear presents numerous metaphors involving animals. In the diagram that I've been using to introduce you to plot , the action usually begins with a particular equlibrium or balance that is presented in the exposition.
Most plots usually return to some equilibrium at the conclusion of the narrative.
After reading the first act of The Importance of Being Earnest , classisfy each character according to their plot function . Identify one reason why reading the play as a work of literature might be a worthwhile investment of your time. Of course I'm looking for you to explain both your answers. When you think about plot this way, you're not mapping the pattern of the action, but rather focusing on the central character and their goals, obstacles, and outcomes. Describe what interests you about this element of the book and cite some specific passages of the text you plan to explore.