Writer's Methods and Techniques (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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In what year is the novella set?
In what year is the novella set?
1985
How is Keegan's writing style described?
How is Keegan's writing style described?
Restrained and minimalist
From whose perspective is the novella written?
From whose perspective is the novella written?
Bill Furlong's (close third-person)
What does the use of past tense underscore?
What does the use of past tense underscore?
The reflective tone
How is the tone of the novella described?
How is the tone of the novella described?
Conflicted and reflective
What three elements make up the mood?
What three elements make up the mood?
Tenderness, hope, and tension
Which phrase exemplifies the strong natural imagery used?
Which phrase exemplifies the strong natural imagery used?
'a December of crows'
What example shows understatement in the novella?
What example shows understatement in the novella?
Nun shaking frying pan to silence Sarah
What does the name 'Magdalen' allude to?
What does the name 'Magdalen' allude to?
Mary Magdalene, a repentant sinner
How does Furlong personify his truck?
How does Furlong personify his truck?
As a 'she'
What does recurring nature imagery mirror?
What does recurring nature imagery mirror?
Furlong's moral awakening
Which paradox captures Furlong's delayed recognition?
Which paradox captures Furlong's delayed recognition?
'Why were closest things hardest to see?'