Oman Flashcards
What was The Dust Bowl?
A severe drought that affected the Great Plains during the 1930s, leading to significant agricultural damage and displacement of farmers.
The Dust Bowl contributed to mass migration, particularly to California.
What does The Swinging 20s refer to?
A period in the 1920s marked by economic prosperity, cultural flourishing, and significant social changes in America.
This era saw the rise of jazz music, flapper culture, and a break from traditional values.
Define segregation.
The enforced separation of different racial or ethnic groups in daily life, particularly in schools, housing, and public facilities.
Segregation was a prevalent practice in the United States, especially in the South, until the Civil Rights Movement.
What was The Great Depression?
A severe worldwide economic downturn that lasted from 1929 to the late 1930s, characterized by high unemployment and widespread poverty.
It began with the stock market crash of 1929 and had lasting effects on economies worldwide.
What does marginalised mean?
To be pushed to the edge of society or treated as insignificant or peripheral.
Marginalised groups often face systemic inequalities and lack access to resources.
What is the American Dream?
The belief that anyone, regardless of background, can achieve success and upward social mobility through hard work and determination.
The concept has evolved over time and is often critiqued for being unattainable for many.
What does nomadic/migrant refer to?
People who move from one place to another, often in search of work or better living conditions.
Migrants can include seasonal workers, refugees, and those displaced by economic or environmental factors.
Define racism.
Prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism directed against individuals based on their race or ethnicity.
Racism can manifest in various forms, including systemic, cultural, and individual discrimination.
What is foreshadowing?
A literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.
It helps build anticipation and can create suspense in narratives.
What does cyclical mean?
Describing events that occur in a repeating sequence or pattern over time.
In literature, cyclical narratives often explore themes of recurrence and inevitability.
What is hierarchy?
A system of organization in which people or groups are ranked one above the other according to status or authority.
Hierarchies can exist in various contexts, including social, political, and corporate structures.
What does isolation refer to?
The state of being separated from others, often leading to feelings of loneliness or alienation.
Isolation can have significant psychological effects on individuals.
Define omniscient narrator.
A narrative voice that knows all the thoughts, feelings, and actions of the characters in a story.
This perspective allows for a comprehensive understanding of the plot and characters.
What is a protagonist?
The main character in a literary work, often facing conflicts and undergoing personal growth.
The protagonist is typically the character with whom the audience is meant to identify.
What does loneliness mean?
A feeling of sadness due to being alone or isolated from others.
Loneliness can be a significant theme in literature, exploring human connection and alienation.
