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A Sound of Thunder (short story)

A Sound of Thunder is a Science Fiction short story by Ray Bradbury about time travel. It is the original story from which the term "butterfly effect" was derived.

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Why did Ray Bradbury write a sound of thunder?

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Ray Bradbury wrote "A Sound of Thunder" in 1952 to explore the concept of time travel and the potential consequences of altering the past. The story serves as a warning about the Butterfly Effect, illustrating how small actions can have significant and unforeseen effects on the future.

What are the themes of A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury and Nethergrave by Gloria Skurzynski?

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The theme of "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury revolves around the butterfly effect, showcasing how small actions can have significant consequences. In "Nethergrave" by Gloria Skurzynski, the theme explores the consequences of escaping reality through virtual worlds and the importance of facing and dealing with real-life challenges.

What is the subplot of a sound of thunder by Ray Bradbury?

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The subplot of "A Sound of Thunder" involves the consequences of time travel and the impact of altering the past on the present and future. As the characters in the story travel back in time to hunt dinosaurs, a seemingly small alteration in the past has significant ripple effects on their return to the present. This subplot underscores the theme of the fragility of time and the potential risks of tampering with it.

What is an example of oxymoron in A Sound of Thunder?

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An example of an oxymoron in "A Sound of Thunder" is "military silicones", which refers to futuristic military uniforms made of advanced materials. This phrase combines the contradictory concepts of military toughness and delicate silicon-based materials.

Are there any flashbacks on a sound of thunder by Ray Bradbury?

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Yes, "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury does contain flashbacks. The story incorporates flashbacks to explain the concept of time travel and its potential consequences. The main character, Eckels, experiences flashes of memory from the past as he grapples with the implications of altering history.

In 'A Sound of Thunder' by Ray Bradbury what were some figurative languages?

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In "A Sound of Thunder," Ray Bradbury uses figurative language such as metaphors ("time was a film run backward"), similes ("like a solid cloud"), and personification ("the sign of rain blew"). These literary devices help create vivid imagery and enhance the storytelling within the narrative.

What is so appealing about the service time safari offers in a sound of thunder by Ray Bradbury?

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The appeal of the service offered in "A Sound of Thunder" lies in the thrill and excitement of time travel, allowing individuals to experience historical events firsthand. The idea of stepping back in time to witness dinosaurs or other significant moments in history is alluring and captivating to those seeking adventure and a unique experience. The service promises a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for individuals to explore the past in a controlled and safe environment.

Alliteration in sound of thunder by Ray Bradbury?

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In "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury, alliteration can be seen in phrases like "a sound, like a gigantic bonfire burning all of Time," where the repetition of the "b" sound creates a sense of intensity and foreshadows the chaos that follows. These alliterative moments are used to emphasize key themes and create a sense of rhythm in the narrative.

What is the point of view in A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury?

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The point of view in "A Sound of Thunder" is third person limited, following the protagonist Eckels as he embarks on a time-travel safari. The story primarily focuses on his experiences and thoughts as he navigates the consequences of altering the past.

What is the falling action in A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury?

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The falling action in A Sound of Thunder is hard to determine for sure. If the fight with the Dinosaur is the climax, then the falling action is probably when they get back to their own time and find out for sure that they've destroyed the future.

However, in the whole timeline-centric story, the climax in one way is when they get back, smell the chemicals, and find out that the totally wrong person has been elected, so the only falling action left after that is Eckels asking if they can undo killing the butterfly, and his realizing that he is about to be shot... even though it will do no good in correcting the problem.

WHY WAS ECKELS KILLED AT THE END OF THE STORY?

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The reason why is because they were told to not go of the trail and Eckels did and he went off the trail and stepped on a butterfly and changed the future which made travis mad so he shot him

What is a narrative hook in a sound of thunder?

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In the description of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, can you find examples of taste

What complete subject in these sentence is your favorite story in that book a sound of thunder?

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The complete subject is 'your favorite story in that book'

The simple subject is 'story'

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Why is lightning seen before sound of thunder is heard even though both occurs simultaneously during thunder storms?

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Because the speed of light is faster than the speed of sound. In fact, light arrives at the observer virtually instantaneously, but sound takes almost 5 seconds to travel each mile.

It's simple to observe lightening then count seconds until the thunder is heard to estimate the distance.

What are some characteristics of Eckels from the sound of thunder?

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he's fearful, wealthy, he's a hunter, willing, and clumsy.

What is the exposition of the story a sound of thunder?

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It starts out in 2055, at Time Safari, Inc. Then it shifts to the era of the Tyrannosaurus Rex (60 million B.C.), where they are to hunt it. Then it shifts back to 2055, to shop now named "TYME SEFARI, INC", the same place, different timeline and spelling.

What does the title of A Sound of Thunder mean?

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The tyrannosaurus for one.

The need not to disturb the ancient world is also a constant concern.

What is the resolution of the story the sound of thunder?

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This answer addresses the resolution of the central conflict in Ray Bradbury's "The Sound of Thunder." The conflict rests on whether or not time travelers can visit prehistoric times and avoid changing their present time. The resolution to this conflict occurs at the end of the story, when the time travelers return home and discover that their egalitarian government has been replaced by a brutal, repressive regime. Even the language has changed. Then one of the travelers discovers that he has crushed a butterfly to death; it is still clinging to the sole of his shoe. It is then that he realizes that it was he who made huge, regrettable changes in the future by one simple, apparently harmless act. It is implied that he is then killed by another traveler. The resolution: A thoughtless act results in the death of one butterfly, which in turn changes the government of an entire society for the worse.

What is one personification from a sound of thunder?

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a guy pays money to go on a safari to the past. He gets to kill a t-rex, as soon as he see's it he wants out, he heads back to the time machine but paniks - stepping of the pre-arranged path (he shouldn't leave the path, he could kill an insect (the butterfly effect)) eventually the t-rex is killed by the safari guide and he makes his way back to the TM. The guide is mad at him, because he paniked - nearly killing everyone - and because he left the path. The guide says he will shoot him if things are different in the future. when they get back things are slightly different, the receptionist looks strange and spelling is different. The major difference being the results in a recent election. The man looks at the mud on his boots and see's a dead butterfly, the guide see's it too. They both realise what happened - The guide shoots him.

How do you use sound of thunder to determine the distance of lightining?

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The distance between you and the lightening can be estimated by counting the seconds between the two. Since sound travels about 1128 feet per second and there are 5280 feet in a mile, if you start counting when you see the light... one thousand one, one thousand two... and then each multiple of five will be about one mile. So, for example, if you count to ten, then the lightening strike was two miles away.

What is a passage that reveals the mood of the story a sound of thunder?

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Intense, as it is with most of Ray Bradbury's writing, the characters are constantly being over-whelmed with emotion for the things they see and do.

How does Ray Bradbury feel in a sound of thunder?

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In some pieces of literature the intention of the author is rather apparent, sometimes blatantly so. There is no effort made to conceal the author's political opinions or other biases. The works of George Orwell are a good example of this.

  • Animal Farm
  • 1984
  • Killing the Elephant

Just as often however the author will hide or disguise or remain completely aloof of what the story is attempting to convey. The story, in this case, is an entity unto itself that may be illustrating a concept or theme that is independent of the author's private beliefs. A good example of this is 'Childhood's End' by Arthur C. Clarke. This story is Clarke's attempt at telepathy carried to its ultimate extrapolation. In reality Clarke was contemptuous of the idea of telepathy and spiritualism.

In the works of Ray Bradbury, the main idea of most of them, is to make the reader feel a certain way, ( most often morbid wonder.) We may get a sense that he feels pro-democracy and anti-fascist but this may just be him employing 'local prejudices' to his own ends for this story.