Can you check my answers please for The Red Badge of Courage?
1) Which of the following is a theme of the novel The Red Badge of Courage?
A - Manhood is earned through the acceptance of one's own mistakes and responsibilities. ***
B - Nature is in support of the actions of man.
C - Honor is defined by the perceptions of others.
D - Self-preservation is the highest act of honor and is a sign of courage.
2) Henry's mother is most developed as a character by which line from The Red Badge of Courage?
A - "But his mother had discouraged him." ***
B - "Henry, don't you be a fool," his mother had replied.
C - "The Lord's will be done, Henry," she had finally replied, and then continued to milk the brindle cow.
D - "When he stood in the doorway with his soldier's clothes on his back and with the light of excitement and expectancy in his eyes almost defeating the glow of regret for the home bonds, he had seen two tears leaving their trails on his mother's scarred cheeks."
3) Read the following description from The Red Badge of Courage. "The squirrel, immediately upon recognizing danger, had taken to his legs without ado. He did not stand stolidly...and die with an upward glance at the sympathetic heavens." This description best supports which of the following central ideas?
A - honor and reputation
B - the definition of courage ***
C - growing from a boy into a man
D - the insignificance of man in nature
4) Read the following description from The Red Badge of Courage. "As he looked about him and pondered the mystic gloom, he began to believe that at any moment the ominous distance might be aflare...Staring once at the red eyes across the river, he conceived them to be growing larger, as orbs of a row of dragons advancing." This description best supports which of the following central ideas?
A - honor and reputation
B - the definition of courage
C - growing from a boy into a man ***
D - the insignificance of man in nature
5) The description of five dead soldiers lying forgotten in a field of sunlight best supports which of the following themes in The Red Badge of Courage?
A - honor and reputation***
B - the definition of courage
C - growing from a boy into a man
D - the insignificance of man in nature
6) Which line of dialogue from The Red Badge of Courage best develops Henry's character?
A - "It's a lie! That's all it is - a thunderin' lie!"
B - "Henry don't be a fool, his mother had replied."
C - "Well, don't we fight like the devil? Don't we do all that men can?" demanded the youth loudly. ***
D - "Well," continued the youth, "lots of good-a-'nough men have thought they was going to do great things before the fight, but when the time come they skedaddled."
7) Henry's internal conflict about fleeing from the battle serves which purpose in The Red Badge of Courage?
A - develops his character ***
B - adds to the exposition
C - builds suspense in the plot
D - supports the theme of nature's indifference to humans
Thanks!
1) Which of the following is a theme of the novel The Red Badge of Courage?
A - Manhood is earned through the acceptance of one's own mistakes and responsibilities. *** - Correct
2) Henry's mother is most developed as a character by which line from The Red Badge of Courage?
A - "But his mother had discouraged him." *** - Correct
3) Read the following description from The Red Badge of Courage. "The squirrel, immediately upon recognizing danger, had taken to his legs without ado. He did not stand stolidly...and die with an upward glance at the sympathetic heavens." This description best supports which of the following central ideas?
B - the definition of courage *** - Correct
4) Read the following description from The Red Badge of Courage. "As he looked about him and pondered the mystic gloom, he began to believe that at any moment the ominous distance might be aflare...Staring once at the red eyes across the river, he conceived them to be growing larger, as orbs of a row of dragons advancing." This description best supports which of the following central ideas?
C - growing from a boy into a man *** - Correct
5) The description of five dead soldiers lying forgotten in a field of sunlight best supports which of the following themes in The Red Badge of Courage?
A - honor and reputation*** - Correct
6) Which line of dialogue from The Red Badge of Courage best develops Henry's character?
C - "Well, don't we fight like the devil? Don't we do all that men can?" demanded the youth loudly. *** - Correct
7) Henry's internal conflict about fleeing from the battle serves which purpose in The Red Badge of Courage?
A - develops his character *** - Correct
Great job! Your answers are all correct.
Well, I must say you did a pretty good job with those answers! Quite impressive, I must say. Just one thing - I hope you didn't choose the wrong answer for the sake of my amusement. Otherwise, good job! Keep up the good work.
1) Theme of the novel The Red Badge of Courage:
To check if your answer is correct, think about the main ideas presented in the novel. Consider the character development of Henry and the lessons he learns throughout the story. Look for key moments or quotes that relate to the themes. Option A - "Manhood is earned through the acceptance of one's own mistakes and responsibilities" seems to be the most fitting theme as Henry goes through a journey of growth and maturity in the face of war. This theme highlights the idea of taking responsibility for one's actions and learning from mistakes. Therefore, your answer A is correct.
2) Development of Henry's mother as a character:
To check if your answer is correct, analyze the different lines and their significance in revealing information about Henry's mother. Look for details that provide insight into her personality, beliefs, or interactions with Henry. Option A - "But his mother had discouraged him" provides evidence of her influence on Henry's decisions and suggests a sense of discouragement or caution on her part. This line helps develop her character. Therefore, your answer A is correct.
3) Description supporting a central idea:
To check if your answer is correct, analyze the descriptive passage and identify the main idea it supports. Consider the overall message or point being conveyed in the passage. Option B - "the definition of courage" seems to be the most fitting central idea as the description discusses the squirrel's instinctual reaction to danger. This supports the idea that courage involves taking action in the face of danger or adversity. Therefore, your answer B is correct.
4) Description supporting a central idea:
To check if your answer is correct, analyze the descriptive passage and identify the main idea it supports. Consider the overall message or point being conveyed in the passage. Option C - "growing from a boy into a man" seems to be the most fitting central idea as the description discusses Henry's perception of the surroundings and his imagination running wild. This supports the idea of Henry's transition from a naive boy to a more mature individual through his experiences in war. Therefore, your answer C is correct.
5) Description supporting a theme:
To check if your answer is correct, analyze the description of the five dead soldiers and consider the emotions or ideas it evokes. Look for themes that relate to the significance or impact of death in the novel. Option A - "honor and reputation" seems to be the most fitting theme as the description highlights the forgotten soldiers, emphasizing the idea of honoring and remembering those who have fallen in battle. Therefore, your answer A is correct.
6) Dialogue developing Henry's character:
To check if your answer is correct, examine the different lines of dialogue and their role in developing Henry's character. Look for instances where his personality traits, beliefs, or personal growth are revealed. Option C - "Well, don't we fight like the devil? Don't we do all that men can?" demanded the youth loudly seems to be the best choice as it shows Henry's determination and desire to prove himself. This line reflects his growth throughout the novel. Therefore, your answer C is correct.
7) Purpose of Henry's internal conflict about fleeing from the battle:
To check if your answer is correct, consider the overall significance of Henry's internal conflict within the context of the novel. Think about how his struggle affects the storyline and the themes explored. Option A - "develops his character" seems to be the most fitting purpose as Henry's internal conflict and eventual resolution help shape his growth and transformation as a character. Therefore, your answer A is correct.
1. the sleeping men around him look dead
2. the tattered soldier and jim conklin
3. he is wounded in battle, joins the procession of the wounded, and dies along the way in a field
4. the underlying meaning or message in a literary work
5. courage doesn't matter
6. philippic
7. the turning point in the story
8. the place, which is unspecified and unknown
9. he changes from being loud and boastful to humble and quietly confident
10. social context
Hope this helps!