figurative language
Out where the smiles dwells a little longer
Personification
list the 5 senses
taste
smell
hear
look
touch
theme of the story
People are happier when they are close to family.
what does the poet let us know about people and lifestyles in the west.
8.out where the skies are a trifle bluer.
9. out where friendships a little truer.
10. that's where the west begins
simile
I am as happy as a clam
what does imagery use?
5 senses
Theme of the west
Kindness and generosity make life better
A life focused on others bring joy
A strong community leads to happiness
what can the reader infer about life in the west
A. it is focused on business and trade
B. it values community, kindness, and happiness
C. it is difficult and full of challenges
D.It is isolated from other places
hyperbole
Her smile was a mile wide
line 11 what kind of imagery does this line give you.(5 senses)
Out where a fresher breeze is blowing.
which sentence best expresses the theme of the poem.
A. Hard work lead to success
B. line in the west is dangerous
C. kindness and strong relationship create a better life
D. people should travel more
why include figurative language?
- to help readers imagine in the west
- to make the message more powerful
- to show feeling instead of just telling
what is the most likely reason the poet wrote this poem.
A. to explain how people moved west
B. to describe the geography
C. to compare regions
D. to present the west as an ideal place to live