Stop the Sun
1. The author says about Terry that “He felt it coming too slowly?” What does ‘it’ refer to and, more importantly, what does the author want to indicate about Terry? (2p)
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1. The author says about Terry that “He felt it coming too slowly?” What does ‘it’ refer to and, more importantly, what does the author want to indicate about Terry? (2p)
Slide 1 - Open question
2. How does this character trait influence Terry’s attitude towards his father’s behaviour? Mention two different aspects of what Terry does/feels. (2p)
Slide 2 - Open question
2. How does this character trait influence Terry’s attitude towards his father’s behaviour? Mention two different aspects of what Terry does/feels. (2p)
Slide 3 - Open question
3. The shopping mall trip serves an important function in the plot. Give the literary term and explain the importance for the plot. (2p
Slide 4 - Open question
4. Describe some of the symptoms of Vietnam syndrome. Furthermore, what is this syndrome known as today? (2p
Slide 5 - Open question
5. Were the Vietnamese in the habit of taking Prisoners of War? Explain and also indicate how you know this. (2p)
Slide 6 - Open question
6. “Words.” is a symbolic word in this story. What are the two ways in which words could be understood? (2p
Slide 7 - Open question
7. What is the climax of the story? Explain your answer. (1p)
Slide 8 - Open question
8. What is the internal conflict for Terry that leads to the climax? What arguments does he have going on? (1p)
Slide 9 - Open question
9. Explain the title of the story. (1p
Slide 10 - Open question
10. What is the message the author brings across? (1p)
