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Mrs. Kercher Chapter Review

Mrs. Kercher Chapter Review. Chapter 1. Terms to know: piety – godliness, respectfulness, - lithe – able to bend easily, supple. Chapter 1. Conflict exists between Vishnu and Ravana Symbolism is shown through the following animals and objects: - Horse – powerful and majestic

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Mrs. Kercher Chapter Review

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  1. Mrs. Kercher Chapter Review

  2. Chapter 1 • Terms to know: • piety – godliness, respectfulness, - lithe – able to bend easily, supple

  3. Chapter 1 • Conflict exists between Vishnu and Ravana • Symbolism is shown through the following animals and objects: - Horse – powerful and majestic - Tiger – powerful and dangerous - Monkeys – powerful, tricky, and intelligent - Bow and arrow – test of love and power

  4. Chapter 1 Reflection Questions • Who is Dasa-ratha? • What problems is he facing or struggling with? • Why is Rakshasa king important? • Why is the rice and milk an important gift from Vishnu? • Who is King Janaka? • What is the role of the Gods in the story? • How does Rama win over the hand of Sita? • What main event happens at the end of the chapter?

  5. Create A Chart – What is?

  6. Chapter 2 • Terms to know: - virtue – moral excellence; goodness; righteousness. - valor – heroic courage; bravery - coronation – ceremony of crowning a king or queen - dharma – social custom regarded as a religious and moral duty; natural law - exile – banished from your land

  7. Chapter 2 • Main Events: • Rama’s coronation ceremony • Dasa-ratha’s death • Rama’s journey • Imagery: • Rama’s coronation ceremony • Kingdom where the king dies • Personification: • The sky above and the ground below trembled with their joyous acclaim. • Similes: • His voice pealed like thunder as he announced… • Symbolism: • Nursemaids

  8. Chapter 2 Reflection Questions • What does the first paragraph foreshadow? • How do the people react to the King’s announcement of Rama taking his place? • What does the role of the nursemaid play in the story? • Provide examples of internal and external conflict. • How does the king react to Bharata’s mother’s request? • What is Rama’s reaction to his father’s decision? What does that show about his character? • How does Sita react to Rama’s request to stay with his mother?

  9. Chart – What is?

  10. Chapter 3 • Terms to know: • Pyre: a heap of combustible material; stuff that can easily burn • Sage: honorable and respected person

  11. Chapter 3 • Bharata’s internal struggle with his mother • Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana’s external struggle with the Rakshasa • Symbolism: • Golden sandals • The wise man (Narada) • Weapons

  12. Chapter 3 Reflection Questions • How does Bharata react to his new appointment? • Why is the wise man significant? • How does the discussion between Rama and his brothers represent Rama’s selflessness? • What is Rama’s advise to Bharata? • What is the significance of the Golden Sandals? • Describe the forest where Rama lives. • Why does the wise man give Rama weapons? • How does Ravana’s sister handle her rejection?

  13. Chart – What is?

  14. Chapter 4 Terms to know: - Enthralled: to captivate or charm - Pious: showing that one has a dutiful spirit or reverence of God

  15. Chapter 4 • The struggle between Ravana and Sita. • The external conflict between Rama and Ravana over Sita.

  16. Chapter 4 Reflection Questions • What warning does Maricha give to Ravana? • How is Lakshmana lured away from guarding Sita? • Describe how the forest changes when Ravana enters. • Why does Sita regret listening to Rama’s warning? • Who all helps in finding Sita? • What powers did Hanuman have? • Where did Ravana hide Sita? • How did Sita know that Hanuman was there to help? • What did Ravana compare Hanumana’s good deed to?

  17. Chart – What is?

  18. Chapter 5 Terms to know: - strife: vigorous or bitter conflict; struggle - gorge: to eat greedily

  19. Chapter 5 • Rama’s invasion of the Ravana’s kingdom • Rama kills Ravana • Rama makes Sita prove her purity • Rama, Sita, and Lakshmana return to Ayodhya • Rama rules the kingdom for 10,00o years

  20. Chapter 5 Reflection Questions • Who warns Ravana of his actions against Rama? • Why would Ravana’s brother be more critical than the mightiest warrior? • Describe Kumbha-karna. • Why is Kumbha-kara symbolical? • How is Ravana killed? • Rama states that Ravana was, “one of the earth’s greatest warriors and heroes.” What does this say about Rama’s character? • Why does Rama make Sita prove herself after her rescue? • Describe the kingdom after Rama and Sita return to rule.

  21. Chart – What is?

  22. Chapter 6 Terms to know: - hermitage: a house or dwelling that is further away from others, buildings, and people - recitation: the act of repeating something from memory

  23. Chapter 6 • Sita is questioned and doubted by the people • She is exiled and has Rama’s twins • Valmiki is introduced and teaches the twins the story of Rama • Once Rama hears and learns about the story he finds Sita and his children and brings them back • Sita leaves earth and returns to the Gods

  24. Chapter 6 Reflection Questions • Why did Rama’s heart flood with dismay after speaking to his advisers? • Do you think Rama was truly certain about his decision to exile Sita? • Why do you think he sent her to Valmiki? • What is Brahma’s role in this chapter? • What does the horse symbolize? • Describe Sita and Rama’s departure from the earth.

  25. Chart – What is?

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