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Descriptions on main characters for rainbow's end
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12th Grade
12/06/2015

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Describe the main traits of Errol Fisher
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strict family life. not very smart or worldly. highly impressionable. ignorant to aboriginal way of life. is supportive towards dolly once he found out about a child.
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Desribe the main traits of Nan Dear
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child of the stolen generation. against assimilation. overall pessimistic person. hard worker. doesn't want her family to standout in the spotlight.
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What is the correct spelling of Errol's last name?
Definition
Vischer
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What kind of discovery(s) is experienced by Walter in the film "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty"?
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A self discovery along with a discovery of the world around him.
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What is the difference between one persons discovery in comparison to another person's discovery?
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An individual's discoveries and their process of discovering can vary according to personal, cultural, historical and social contexts and values.
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What happens to the humpy right before Dolly and her family move to Rumbalara
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It is demolished
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Discoveries can be fresh and intensely meaningful in ways that may be...
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Emotional, creative, intellectual, physical and spiritual.
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discoveries can be unexpected and...
Definition
Provocative
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How does Gladys treat the visit of the Queen, and how is his attitude regarded by Nan?
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Gladys' attitude towards the Queen is one of almost reverence and utmost respect. Nan feels this attitude is foolish and misguided.
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What is T.E.P.A. and abreviation for?
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Technique, Evidence, Purpose, Analysis.
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What does Rumbalara mean
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End of the rainbow
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Due to different perspectives, from other individuals discoveries can be...
Definition
Questioned or challenged and their worth may be reassessed over time.
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What has been defined as the greatest movie series ever?
Definition
Star Wars.
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How is 'The Door' linked to the concept of discovery?
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'The Door' is linked to the concept of discovery by the idea of opening the door and unveiling all of the countless possibilities that may be waiting on the other side.
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What are some of the issues in Rainbows End?
Definition
Responsibility
betrayal
alliances based on common objectives
social and intellectual superiority over the other ethical responsibility of power
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These juniors are a brilliant argument for the advantages of abortion.
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Information on Gladys Banks and her personality.
Definition
Mother of Dolly
Daughter of Nan Dear
Optimistic
Supports assimilation
Illiterate
Intelligent (shows this through 'Pick-a-Box')
Protective of Dolly
Unaware of her mothers history

 

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Who is Dolly Banks and what are her personal traits?
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Daughter of Gladys
Granddaughter of Nan Dear
Realistic of her lifestyle and her future
Educated and intelligent
Her best  subject was algebra
Dreams of becoming a nurse to help people
Has a crush on Errol
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