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)
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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)
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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)
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3. The shopping mall trip serves an important function in the plot. Give the literary term and explain the importance for the plot. (2p
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4. Describe some of the symptoms of Vietnam syndrome. Furthermore, what is this syndrome known as today? (2p
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5. Were the Vietnamese in the habit of taking Prisoners of War? Explain and also indicate how you know this. (2p)
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6. “Words.” is a symbolic word in this story. What are the two ways in which words could be understood? (2p
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7. What is the climax of the story? Explain your answer. (1p)
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8. What is the internal conflict for Terry that leads to the climax? What arguments does he have going on? (1p)
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9. Explain the title of the story. (1p
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10. What is the message the author brings across? (1p)
