Answer the following questions. Make sure to be as detailed as possible in your analysis.
1. Find at least 2 motifs (recurring images or thoughts) in the text "Battle Royale." Explain the significance of those recurring images. Why does Ellison repeat those images?
2. Find at least 5 similes (Comparisons using "like" or "as") in the text. Does his use of comparisons enhance the imagery of the text. If yes, how? If not, what is the significance of that imagery.
3. Explain one aspect of symbolism in the short story.
4. Discuss the significance of the text. What is Ellison trying to achieve in this text. Make sure that your answer is at least a paragraph.