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 according to the national pediatric survey.
Credible Sources
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
Explain who Fred Narracot is.
The ferry boat driver in ATTWN
The golden sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in shades of pink and orange.
Imagery
Antigone's rebellion against Creon's edict would be considered this.
External Conflict- Man VS Society
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
The son of Okonkwo who disappoints his father and leaves.
Nwoye
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, surrounded by water and on an island with no opportunity to leave.
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."
Moral appeal (responsibility)
The doctor who disagrees with Dr Jekyll on his scientific beliefs.
Dr. Lanyon
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
Name the order that everyone dies in Antigone
Antigone
Haemon
Eurydice