Theme
Theme of Ashputtle
The good will be rewarded while the evil will be punished
Tone & Diction of Barter
The author has a happy tone, & The short descriptions of simple things in a profound, informal way create a warm, calming, loving effect
Ashputtle
Nice/Kind
Ashputtle
outcast
Theme of Barter
Life has many opportunities for love, and taking them will lead to fulfillment like no other
Tone of First Lady Commencement Address
Uplifting, positive, reassuring/earnest
Ashputtle's stepmother
Mean/Evil/Cruel/Unfair
Ashputtle's Stepmother
the tyrant
Theme of First Lady Commencement Address
Embracing diversity is vital for college, and for one to enjoy their time in college, one should take great opportunities & have joy.
Tone of Ashputtle
Calm and collected
Ashputtle's Stepsister
Mean/Cruel/Bullies/Determined to marry the prince
Barbara Bush
mother
What scenes contribute to the theme in Ashputtle
The beginning (With the mom telling her to be good on her deathbed) and ending (reward & punishment) scenes
Characterization of the speaker in the last stanza
Determined/Devoted
Barter
the nurturer / the mentor
What scenes contribute to the First Lady Commencement Address's Theme
Scenes of
1. The Story
2. Her 3 pieces of advice
What do the First Lady's 3 pieces of advice say about her character
They say that she is a big thinker, devoted to helping others, and committed to both the community & her family