Poetic devises
What is a simile?
A comparison using “like” or “as.”
Identify the simile
Blind eyes could blaze like meteors.
The main character and narrator of Life of Pi
Piscine Molitor Patel
The cutting down of large areas of forest
Deforestation
What is active listening?
You must listen respectfully when others speak.
What is personification?
Giving human qualities to non-human things.
Identify alliteration
”go gentle” , “blaze and burn” , “dying of the day”
The Bengal tiger who survives on the lifeboat with Pi
Richard Parker
One major reason forests are cut down around the world
Agriculture (farming or livestock)
Using facts and examples to support your argument
Evidence
What is alliteration?
Repeating the same beginning sound in nearby words.
Identify personification
“Old age should burn and rave” , “Blind eyes could blaze”
who teaches him that animals are dangerous
Pi’s father
A gas that increases when forests are destroyed and contributes to climate change
Carbon dioxide (CO₂)
Criticizing ideas instead of attacking people
Respectful argument
What is a metaphor?
A comparison without using “like” or “as.”
The Imageries in the poem
the author use the word light and darkness to make us image life into death. Word uses like “Blaze“,”bright” and “dark”
The biology teacher who represents science and reason
Mr. Kumar (the biology teacher
A major environmental effect of deforestation on animals
Loss of habitat / loss of biodiversity
Waiting for your turn to speak and not interrupting
Turn taking
What is symbolism?
When something represents a deeper meaning.
Symbolism in the poem
Light = Life and hope
Night = death
Sun = youth and energy
The baker who represents religion and faith
Mr. Kumar (the Muslim baker)
One effective way humans can reduce deforestation
Reforestation, recycling paper, sustainable logging, or protecting forests by law
The main gaol of a debate
Persuading others using logic, evidence and respect