Quote 3 Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
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“And this shows that sometimes people want to be stupid and they do not want to know the truth.”
What is the theme
A
Truth vs. Denial / Honesty
2
Q
“And this shows that sometimes people want to be stupid and they do not want to know the truth.”
What is the techniques
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Blunt Tone / Direct Language
3
Q
“And this shows that sometimes people want to be stupid and they do not want to know the truth.”
What is the effect
A
Effect: Christopher’s honesty contrasts with social norms of avoiding hard truths. His bluntness forces the reader to question societal habits of denial, showing how literature confronts uncomfortable realities and reshapes moral understanding.