Jitterbug Perfume Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. What are some examples of metaphors and/or similes from the opening of Jitterbug Perfume?

The opening of Jitterbug Perfume includes many metaphors. The author compares the beet to other vegetables while claiming that beets are more intense, melancholy, and serious. "The beet is the murderer returned to the scene of the crime," is one example of Robbins' use of metaphor. As for simile, Robbins writes the following: "Her feet were as red as newborn mice."

2. How many storylines are established in Jitterbug Perfume? What are the settings of each?

There are four primary plots in Jitterbug Perfume. One follows King Alobar in ancient Bohemia around the eleventh century. The other storylines take place in modern day Paris, Seattle and New Orleans.

3. Describe the character of Priscilla. What is her profession? What is her education?

Priscilla is described as a "genius waitress." She is...
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