1. What does the gate symbolize in the novel?
D. It symbolizes openings into new worlds. - a gate represents new beginnings
2. In the novel, which object of nature serves as a metaphor for Janie?
I'm not sure about this one, but I'd pick B. the pear tree, because it represents <span>Janie’s idealized views of nature.</span>
Making prediction is an important reading comprehension strategy and you need to identify the literary theme in order to do so. The theme is the reason why the author has written the piece; the message the author wants to convey through the story. If you know the theme, you can make prediction about how the story will progress.
In the Happy Prince, the theme is that appearance does not always represent one's true feeling; for example The big metal statue of the Happy Prince “feels” the compassion and sacrifices himself for the oppressed.
I think the Mercantilism had been one of the major influences of modern capitalism. Although it was not as considered as part of capitalism, it paved the way to trade, banking, finance, accountancy, and other goods and services offered during this era. It was only then when Karl Marx and Adam Smith who had defined the word capitalism through their works such as Marxism and Economic Liberalism. In this, people were able to understand the idea of public and private properties. It also paved the way to social roles of people living in a certain society.
Love and death are very common themes that can be used in poetry and in life.
The Wikipedia answer is: "Rebecca Towne Nurse was executed for witchcraft by the government of the Province of Massachusetts Bay in New England during the Salem Witch Trials in 1692. She was the wife of Francis Nurse, with several children and grandchildren, and a well-respected member of the community."
Hope this helps :)
