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    Macbeth sees the ghost of Banquo as he killed him. In the play, Macbeth sees the ghost of Banquo, who warns him of the consequences of killing the king. The ghost tells Macbeth that he has been cast out of Scottish society and that they will be hunted down and killed. This is meant to foreshadow theRead more

    Macbeth sees the ghost of Banquo as he killed him. In the play, Macbeth sees the ghost of Banquo, who warns him of the consequences of killing the king. The ghost tells Macbeth that he has been cast out of Scottish society and that they will be hunted down and killed. This is meant to foreshadow their fate, which is indeed fulfilled at the end of the play.

    Macbeth Play Act-wise Summary

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    The character of Rodrigo, despite his apparent lack of importance in the beginning, proves to be an important character in the end. He begins the play as an antagonist who manipulates the other characters, but he eventually wins them over. Rodrigo's death at the end of the play thus serves a thematiRead more

    The character of Rodrigo, despite his apparent lack of importance in the beginning, proves to be an important character in the end. He begins the play as an antagonist who manipulates the other characters, but he eventually wins them over. Rodrigo’s death at the end of the play thus serves a thematic purpose.

    Summary of the Play Othello

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    The play Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare is called so because, "Twelfth Night" is a reference to the Roman Catholic Church's observance of the twelfth night after Christmas Day also known as the Feast of the Epiphany. Twelfth night is a reference to the feast day of Epiphany. The word "EpiphanyRead more

    The play Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare is called so because, “Twelfth Night” is a reference to the Roman Catholic Church’s observance of the twelfth night after Christmas Day also known as the Feast of the Epiphany. Twelfth night is a reference to the feast day of Epiphany. The word “Epiphany” is derived from the Greek word for “reveal”. The Church celebrates this feast to celebrate the coming of Jesus to the world as the king of all nations.

    Act-wise Summary of the Play Twelfth Night

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    Othello has been called a revenge tragedy because he is about a man who avenges himself on his wife for the wrongs done to him by Iago, whom Othello mistakes for Cassio. The play also features a tragic love story between Othello and Desdemona. Othello is a revenge tragedy, but it’s not a pure revengRead more

    Othello has been called a revenge tragedy because he is about a man who avenges himself on his wife for the wrongs done to him by Iago, whom Othello mistakes for Cassio. The play also features a tragic love story between Othello and Desdemona. Othello is a revenge tragedy, but it’s not a pure revenge tragedy.

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    Unity - The children rather than being afraid or looking to escape, stuck together and unitedly solved the problem at hand. They worked together in gathering the resources and providing comfort to each other. Selflessness- Even in a flood situation Jim risked himself to go rescue Sara from the playhRead more

    1. Unity – The children rather than being afraid or looking to escape, stuck together and unitedly solved the problem at hand. They worked together in gathering the resources and providing comfort to each other.
    2. Selflessness– Even in a flood situation Jim risked himself to go rescue Sara from the playhouse porch, she is not even his sister and yet he did not back out. This and the fact that he served in Junior Red Cross shows how selfless Jim is and how much he cares for others. We must all learn from him.
    3. Bravery – It is undoubtedly obvious how brave all of them were throughout the entire story. Being stranded in the house, without any adults could have been disastrous. However, these kids thought and worked intellectually and bravely and were able to save themselves and call for help.

    Old Man River Drama Summary in English

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    Prospero: Main character and the rightful Duke of Milan. Prospero is the main character in The Tempest. He is the Duke of Milan who was overthrown by his brother Antonio fifteen years before the beginning of the play and cast adrift in a boat with his baby daughter, Miranda. During those fifteen yeaRead more

    1. Prospero: Main character and the rightful Duke of Milan. Prospero is the main character in The Tempest. He is the Duke of Milan who was overthrown by his brother Antonio fifteen years before the beginning of the play and cast adrift in a boat with his baby daughter, Miranda. During those fifteen years, he studied and taught himself how to do magic.
    2. Miranda: Daughter of Prospero. Another main characters of The Tempest. She was banished to the Island along with her father at the age of three, and in the subsequent twelve years has lived with her father and their slave, Caliban, as her only company. 
    3. Sycorax: A vicious powerful witch and the mother of Caliban. An unseen character in The Tempest. One of the few native inhabitants of the island who died before the arrival of Prospero is the island.
    4. Ariel: A spirit in service to Prospero. Ariel is bound to serve Prospero as he rescued him from the tree in which he was imprisoned by Sycorax.
    5. Caliban: A servant of Prospero and a savage monster. Half-human, half-monster who is forced into slavery and son of the witch Sycorax.
    6. Antonio: Prospero’s brother, the usurping Duke of Milan. The main villain of the play. He dethroned his brother with the help of King of Naples.
    7. Gonzalo: An honest old councilor. An honest and trusted adviser who helps Prospero when abandoned by the king and his brother.
    8. King Of Naples: An enemy of Prospero. Neither a good guy nor a bad guy.
    9. Ferdinand: The prince of Naples and the son of Alonso. A humble, kind, and naive guy who spends most of his time during The Tempest trying to win the affection of Miranda.

    The Tempest Short Summary in English

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    Yes, money certainly changes the attitude of people. It easily corrupts our minds and make us do worst things. In the play The Hour of Truth, Baldwin's family whom he calls "Humble, Loyal and Selfless" suddenly become "Shames, Liars, Hypocrites and Thieves” when they come to know about $1000 bribe.Read more

    Yes, money certainly changes the attitude of people. It easily corrupts our minds and make us do worst things. In the play The Hour of Truth, Baldwin’s family whom he calls “Humble, Loyal and Selfless” suddenly become “Shames, Liars, Hypocrites and Thieves” when they come to know about $1000 bribe. Their mind is corrupted and they want to get the money by any means. They start persuading Baldwin to accept the bribe. They give various reasons for that. However Baldwin remains stick to his principles but he comes to know the reality of his loyal family. Hence money can easily corrupt our minds.

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    Gresham is the boss of Mr Robert Baldwin in the play. Unlike Mr Baldwin, Gresham is a fraud. He is accused of theft and is about to face trial. He offers bribe to Baldwin to help him escape the trail by saying, "I don't remember". However the later rejects. In the end, Gresham confesses his crime anRead more

    Gresham is the boss of Mr Robert Baldwin in the play. Unlike Mr Baldwin, Gresham is a fraud. He is accused of theft and is about to face trial. He offers bribe to Baldwin to help him escape the trail by saying, “I don’t remember”. However the later rejects. In the end, Gresham confesses his crime and is arrested.

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