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    Flashcards for Through the looking glass - IB

    These interactive flashcards help IB English Lang & Lit (Old) students Standard Level (SL) and Higher Level (HL) quickly review and memorize the essential definitions, formulas, and terms needed for success in IB Exams. Each card focuses on Through the looking glass and is aligned with the IB English Lang & Lit (Old) syllabus, ensuring focused revision on textual analysis, language and identity, and perspectives and contexts. Students can test themselves anytime, anywhere, perfect for reinforcing tricky concepts, learning IB terminology, and committing formulas to memory. By using RevisionDojo's flashcards consistently, learners turn repetition into mastery and enter the exam with confidence.

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    What is the structure of 'Through the Looking-Glass'?

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    It is structured as a giant chess game, with Alice as a pawn striving to become a queen.

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    What is the structure of 'Through the Looking-Glass'?

    It is structured as a giant chess game, with Alice as a pawn striving to become a queen.

    What does Alice's journey symbolize in the story?

    It symbolizes her growth and maturation as she moves from pawn to queen.

    Who are some characters that represent chess pieces in the story?

    The Red and White Queens represent chess pieces.

    What is a key aspect of the story's events?

    The events often follow a predetermined sequence, similar to moves in a chess game.

    What is the significance of the looking-glass in the story?

    It serves as a portal to an inverted world filled with reflections and inversions.

    How does Carroll use reversed logic in the story?

    He presents scenarios where conventional logic is turned on its head, such as the White Queen living backwards in time.

    What does the Red Queen's quote about running illustrate?

    It exemplifies the inverted logic of the Looking-Glass world, where running fast keeps you in the same place.

    What are portmanteau words?

    They are combinations of two words to create a new meaning, famously used by Carroll.

    What is an example of logical absurdity in the text?

    The exchange between the March Hare and Alice about taking tea illustrates logical absurdities.

    What themes are explored in 'Through the Looking-Glass'?

    Themes of growing up and the search for identity are explored throughout the story.

    How does Alice grapple with her identity in the story?

    She questions who she is and who she wants to become, reflecting on her transformation.

    What does Alice's internal monologue reveal about her identity?

    It highlights her struggle with self-identity and the fluidity of identity in the Looking-Glass world.

    What role does nonsense play in Carroll's writing?

    Nonsense and wordplay create a linguistic playground that delights and puzzles readers.

    How does Carroll challenge readers with logical arguments?

    He presents arguments that seem sound but lead to absurd conclusions, prompting readers to think critically.

    What is the overall impact of Carroll's writing in 'Through the Looking-Glass'?

    He weaves together chess structure, inversions, wordplay, and identity themes, creating a rich and captivating narrative.

    Why is 'Through the Looking-Glass' considered a timeless masterpiece?

    It speaks to both children and adults, addressing complex themes in a whimsical manner.