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A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man by James Joyce Word Scramble

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In “A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man” by James Joyce, the protagonist, Stephen Dedalus, undergoes a journey of self-discovery and artistic realization. Just like Stephen, players of this word scramble game will unravel key vocabulary terms to progress through the levels and unlock their inner creativity.

  • Unscramble key vocabulary terms
  • No time limit, but limited number of moves
  • Use spells to get extra moves
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epiphany
Stephen experiences a moment of profound realization and self-discovery, which serves as an epiphany in the novel.
paralysis
The characters in the novel struggle with a sense of paralysis, feeling trapped by societal expectations and constraints.
stream of consciousness
Joyce uses a stream of consciousness narrative technique to delve into the inner thoughts and feelings of the protagonist.
alienation
Stephen feels a sense of alienation from his family, peers, and society as he grapples with his own identity and beliefs.
Catholicism
Religion plays a significant role in the novel, as Stephen wrestles with his Catholic faith and its impact on his life.
artistic ambition
Stephen's desire to become an artist and pursue his creative passions drives much of the narrative in the novel.
Irish nationalism
The novel explores themes of Irish nationalism and the protagonist's struggle to define his own identity within the context of his country's history and politics.

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