Lamb to the Slaughter/Ruthless
How would you characterize Judson in 'Ruthless'?
Give evidence to support your answer.
evil, ruthless, possessive, obsessed, uncaring
Tom took the trophy, but it didn't feel good. He knew that he didn't deserve it. He knew that he had cheated. The others didn't know now, but they might find out one day. Tom didn't know what he feared worse: getting caught or living with this secret. He tried to smile as the others cheered for him.
What is the mood?
guilty, disappointed, ashamed
The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky with streaks of orange and pink.
Which sense is being described?
sight
This is a comparison of two unlike things that does not use 'like' or 'as'.
Give an example.
a metaphor
The ocean waves whispered secrets to the shore.
This is an example of ......
personification
What is Patrick's main conflict in 'Lamb to the Slaughter'?
He wants to tell his wife some bad news, but he doesn't know how.
Soft sunlight filtered through the leafy canopy, painting dappled patterns on the forest floor. A gentle breeze rustled the leaves, creating a soothing whisper, while the distant murmur of a babbling brook provided a steady, relaxing rhythm. The air smelled sweet and earthy, wrapping around me like a warm, soft blanket.
What is the mood?
peaceful/calm/ relaxed
The leaves crunched under my feet, as I walked through the forest.
What sense is being described?
sound/hearing
This gives human qualities, actions, or feelings to non-human things.
Give an example.
personification
The cat's eyes were emeralds.
This is an example of .....
a metaphor
In the beginning of the story, what are some clues that something is bothering the husband.
1) He drinks the alcohol in one gulp or swallow.
2) He answers his wife in short responses and is rude or cold to her.
The old house groaned like a tired giant as the wind howled through broken panes, each creak of the floorboards echoing in the sudden silence. Dust motes danced in the single, weak beam of moonlight that pierced the grimy window, illuminating cobwebs thick as shrouds. A faint, sweet smell, like long-dead flowers, hung in the air, and every shadow seemed to stretch, waiting to grab him as he tiptoed down the hallway.
What is the mood?
creepy/eerie/suspenseful
My mouth nearly watered as I stared at the chocolate mousse and imagined the sweet, creamy dessert rolling on my tongue.
What sense is being described?
taste
Words that sound like the noises they describe.
Give an example.
onomatopoeia
A hungry cat let out a soft meow, and a horse's hooves went clip-clop on the pavement.
This is an example of ......
onomatopoeia
What is one example of irony in 'Lamb to the Slaughter'?
-Mary killed her husband.
-Sam is Mary's alibi, but he doesn't know it.
-The police eat the murder weapon, without realizing it.
Lily skipped down the sun-drenched path, her laughter bubbling up like a fresh spring. Jellybeans scattered from her pocket as she bounced, and the warm breeze carried the scent of freshly cut grass and blooming roses. The world felt bright and bouncy, a perfect day for chasing butterflies with wings like painted rainbows, making her heart feel as light as a dandelion seed.
What is the mood?
cheerful/joyful/happy
The ice was bitingly cold against his skin.
What sense is being described?
touch
This is a comparison of two unlike things that uses 'like' or 'as'.
Give an example.
a simile
Her mind was like a galaxy, filled with stars of thought.
This is an example of .......
a simile
What happens in the resolution of 'Lamb to the Slaughter'?
The police eat the murder weapon,without knowing it is the murder weapon.
A single tear traced a path down her cheek, mirroring the slow, steady drizzle outside. The world felt muted, painted in shades of gray, with colors drained away like water from a wilting flower. Even her own footsteps seemed heavy, dragging through the quiet emptiness of the deserted park.
What is the mood?
sad/depressing/melancholy
The air was filled with the sweet aroma of ripening peaches, mingled with the crisp scent of fresh-cut grass.
What sense is being described?
smell
When you make something sound much more exciting, funny, or dramatic, but you don't mean it literally.
Give an example.
an exaggeration or hyperbole
She was dying to get her hands on the new toy.
This is an example of ....
an exaggeration