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  1. What is Geoffrey Nunberg’s main point?

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    Chapter 10 - 5. The -Ism Schism: How Much Wallop Can a Simple Word Pack? - Questions: What is Geoffrey Nunberg’s main point?
  2. What is Nunberg’s purpose in offering a historical perspective on the word terror and its derivatives?

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    Chapter 10 - 5. The -Ism Schism: How Much Wallop Can a Simple Word Pack? - Questions: What is Nunberg’s purpose in offering a historical perspective on the word terror and its derivatives?
  3. What allusions does Nunberg make? What is the effect of these allusions?

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    Chapter 10 - 5. The -Ism Schism: How Much Wallop Can a Simple Word Pack? - Questions: What allusions does Nunberg make? What is the effect of these allusions?
  4. Why does Nunberg include the analysis of “war on” versus “war against”? Do you see the analysis as peripheral or essential to his discussion of terror? Explain why.

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    Chapter 10 - 5. The -Ism Schism: How Much Wallop Can a Simple Word Pack? - Questions: Why does Nunberg include the analysis of “war on” versus “war against”? Do you see the analysis as peripheral or essential to his discussion of terror? Explain why.
  5. Is Nunberg being critical of George W. Bush by using examples from his speeches? Cite specific passages to support your opinion.

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    Chapter 10 - 5. The -Ism Schism: How Much Wallop Can a Simple Word Pack? - Questions: Is Nunberg being critical of George W. Bush by using examples from his speeches? Cite specific passages to support your opinion.