TTTC Quiz 2 Flashcards
When O’Brien returns to Vietnam 20 years post war, whom does he bring
Kathleen
When O’Brien arrives in Vietnam, who tells him to say Hi to the corpse
Dave Jensen
Why does O’Brien’s relationship with Linda end
She dies from a brain tumor
What is the meaning of the word objectify
Take away personal emotions; to externalize
“I realize it as Tim is trying to save Timmy’s life with a story”
Preserve memory of past childhood
Which soldier straps the puppy to a landmine
Azar
Stockings, pebbles and picture of martha what do they symbolize
Symbol of humanity
What does ted lavender carry
Tranquilizers
How did Elroy save O’Brien
Gave O’Brien space and time to think about the war and the draft
O’Brien states “But this too is true: stories can save us.” Which TWO answers support this motion?
Obriens story helps him cope with the war
Linda, Lavender, Kiowa and lemon die but memories are saved with writing
O’Brien says I was a coward, I went to war; what does he mean?
Didn’t stand up for what he truly believed in
What does O’Brien say to his daughter Kathleen, when she asked if he killed anyone
Of course not
How does O’Brien cope with his post traumatic stress of the war
Writing about the stories of war
Who is the author of the book
Tim O’Brien
If it is meant to happen then it is
inevitable
Another word for emotional relief
catharsis
Failing to take proper care of something
negligence
Synonym for apathetic
indifference
Congress rarely does this because of party difference
Acquiesce
Starting an off topic convo during class
digression
A terrorist act is an
atrocity
Priests and Rabbis are pious
true
Bruno for the movie Encanto is
cryptic
What is tangible
phone, laptop
Fireman can be described as having this trait
valor
Having an inside joke/teasing friends
banter
You’re essays should be coherent true or false
true
If you are unwilling to study you have
reticence
If you are frugal you would give what percentage of a tip
5%
If you couldn’t pay your bills you’re
deferment
Act of making a choice
volition
Having great energy to succeed
zeal
Achieving a 4.0 GPA is
elusive
What do the stockings symbolize
Henry Dobbins carries stockings belonging to his girlfriend for good luck. They symbolize his emotional burden, a connection to the civilian world he left behind.
What do butterflies symbolize
Butterflies represent the fragility of life and the fleeting nature of beauty, often juxtaposed with the harsh realities of war.
Loneliness and Isolation symbolize
Despite being in a group, the soldiers often experience profound loneliness and isolation, emphasizing the personal struggles each faces.
The Dead Vietnamese Soldier symbolizes
The dead Vietnamese soldier serves as a reminder of the cost of conflict
The dancing girl symbolizes
The dancing girl in “The Things They Carried” represents the idea that even in the midst of war, people on different sides share common humanity and experiences, challenging the notion of a clear distinction between friend and foe.
What does water symbolize
Water is a recurring motif, symbolizing purification and renewal. It also serves as a source of reflection and contemplation for the characters.
Story-truth vs. Happening-truth:
In “The Things They Carried,” O’Brien talks about “story-truth,” meaning that the feelings and emotions in a story matter more than exactly what happened. This mixing of real and made-up details helps him show the deep emotional effects of war and how complicated human feelings can be.
