Author's Craft Techniques
Her smile was like the sun.
Simile
She was a fierce warrior, with a heart of gold.
Characterization
President Bush gives a speech following the 9/11 terrorist attacks.
Speaker
87% of students in the U.S. are addicted to social media or phone usage.
Data/Statistics
Who is the first person to die in And Then There Were None?
Anthony Marston
The wind whispered through the trees.
Personification
He was torn between his love for Antigone and his duty to follow his father's laws.
Internal Conflict
Argument
I experienced teen smoking myself and understand how hard it can be to stop, especially since all of my friends were doing it. Once I was addicted, I needed to keep smoking not only to keep hanging out with my friends, but because I was dependent on it.
Personal story
General Zaroff
The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in shades of pink and orange.
Imagery
The Jewish prisoners rebelled against the government that sought to keep them imprisoned.
This is the information given before you read a speech so you know what the speaker or audience experienced.
Background/Context
We all have a job to commit to in our lives: We must spread awareness, as a community, to help our earth thrive.
Inclusive Language
When the War gets too close to the camp, what do the officers force Elie and his father to do?
March (run) to the next camp.
The year was filled with joy: birthdays, weddings, and christenings that spread peace throughout the community.
Positive Diction
The 10 guests were isolated and alone, forced to think about the consequences of their actions before they arrived on the island -- nowhere to escape the guilt they felt.
Setting
I believe that you, fellow Americans, can help fight against acts of terrorism.
Audience
"it is the responsibility of the American people to uphold the values of our country: to allow people to exercise the freedom to religion, identity, and speech."
Powerful diction
What is Creon's main flaw?
Arrogance
It was as if she visited the Garden of Eden.
Allusion
The ocean swept her away from the world, and she was unable to fight against the harsh waves.
External Conflict - Man VS Nature
It is your responsibility to reduce plastic usage, carbon emissions, and waste in our community.
Purpose
“In a sense we’ve come to our nation’s capital to cash a check." - MLK Jr.
Metaphor
How are Creon and Antigone alike?
They are both stubborn, determined, refuse to back down, etc