The document discusses different levels of tension in plot structures, including climax, tension, suspense, resolution, and conflict. It also analyzes different types of resolutions for stories, such as complete resolution, ironic resolution, twist, revelation, and open resolution. Examples are provided for each type of resolution. The document suggests examining how stories end and resolving them in different ways than the traditional ending.
The document discusses plot structure and how tension is built in stories. It explains that conflict is at the core of any story and creates tension. It also discusses the different types of conflict. The document then explains the typical levels of tension in a plot, with the climax being the peak of tension right before it is resolved. Finally, it discusses how to analyze tension and suspense in stories, including identifying the climax and examining how writers use elements like setting, lighting, sound effects, perspective, and foreshadowing to create a sense of excitement for the reader.
Here are the internal and external conflicts Wing faces in the book so far along with the response and mood created:
Internal Conflicts:
- Wants to know Chloe better but is shy
External Conflicts:
- Doesn't have opportunity to meet Chloe directly
Response and mood of the text:
- Goes to Chloe's presentation on animal rights to find an opportunity to interact with her, showing a curious yet anxious mood.
The document discusses narrative features and analyzing narration in texts. It covers point of view, types of narration including first person, third person, and omniscient narration. First person narration involves telling the story from the perspective of a character within the story. Third person narration involves an outside narrator telling the story. Omniscient narration means the narrator knows everything that is happening with all characters. The document also discusses how authors choose perspectives and the feelings different perspectives can evoke in readers.
The document provides guidance on how to study and analyze literature. It recommends that readers (1) understand the overall meaning and subject matter of a text, (2) closely read the text to identify literary devices and techniques used, and (3) consider any philosophical insights or issues about human nature highlighted in the text. Readers are instructed to be inquisitive, show initiative, and work independently. The document also discusses understanding surface and implied meanings in texts.
The document discusses various sound devices used in poetry including alliteration, assonance, consonance, and onomatopoeia. It explains that these devices are used to emphasize meaning and create mood by repeating certain sounds. Authors intentionally use sound devices to produce specific sound qualities that reinforce the themes or feelings in their writing.
The document provides instructions on the PEAL method for structuring persuasive writing about literature. It breaks down PEAL as:
P - point: The topic/theme sentence that answers the question.
E - example: Evidence from the text, either a direct quote or close paraphrase, to support each major point.
A - analysis: An explanation of how the evidence supports the topic. Definitions may be used to help.
L - link: The significance of the analysis in relation to the original question.
It then provides an example of how to use the PEAL structure to analyze a passage and question. The passage discusses nostalgia and how trends from the past are revived. The question asks
The document provides guidance on how to study and analyze literature. It recommends that readers (1) understand the overall meaning and subject matter of a text, (2) closely read the text to identify literary devices and techniques used, and (3) consider any philosophical insights or issues about human nature highlighted in the text. Readers are instructed to be inquisitive, show initiative, and work independently. The document also discusses understanding surface and implied meanings in texts.
The document provides guidance on analyzing diction and symbolism in literature. It explains that diction refers to word choice, and symbols represent larger ideas. Readers are instructed to identify emphasized words and ask why specific words were chosen, examine literal and implied meanings, and determine how word choices relate to themes.
The document discusses similes and metaphors. It provides examples of each and a 4-step process for analyzing them. Similes use "like" or "as" to compare two dissimilar objects or ideas, while metaphors make a direct comparison using "is" or "was" without those connectives. The examples analyze poems comparing trees and the process of road construction.
The document discusses the figurative language of personification. It defines personification as giving an inanimate object or concept a human attribute. It provides examples of personification and explains why authors use personification is to exaggerate and emphasize a point. It discusses how to analyze personification by highlighting the comparisons, identifying the abstract quality and human attribute, and phrasing the comparison. The document encourages practicing analyzing examples of personification and applying a four-step analysis to unpack uses of personification in poems.
The document provides guidance on analyzing diction and symbolism in literature. It explains that diction refers to word choice, and symbols represent larger ideas. Readers are instructed to identify emphasized words and ask why specific words were chosen, examine literal and implied meanings, and determine how word choices elaborate on themes.
The document discusses atmosphere and mood in literature. It provides definitions of mood and atmosphere, and how to analyze them. Some key points include: Mood refers to the emotions a text evokes, while atmosphere relates to the feelings the author aims to convey. When analyzing atmosphere, readers should look for descriptive details about settings and environments, as well as repeated ideas and patterns that form impressions. Examples from Wuthering Heights are given to demonstrate how its rural setting, gloomy weather, and isolated house contribute to a mysterious and depressing mood. The landlord is characterized as introverted, troubled, and preferring solitude, with the stormy weather reflecting his mindset. Feelings of narrators can also provide insight into a text's mood
The document discusses characteristics of narrators in stories. It addresses questions about who the narrator is, how they are involved, impressions of them, whether they are objective or emotional, if they can be trusted to tell the truth, and their reasons for telling the story. It also discusses the reliability of narrators and whether they may be unreliable due to lying, limited perspective, being misled, or mental unsoundness. This could cause the reader to doubt the story being told.
The document provides guidance on how to answer an opinion essay question that asks "Do you agree?". It explains that such a question demands taking a "yes" or "no" position and weighing different sides of an argument. It recommends acknowledging differing views and substantiating your own stand. It also outlines the PEAL structure for paragraphs and a six-paragraph essay format involving stating your position, providing reasons, addressing objections, and summarizing your view. The document gives advice on analyzing the opinion in the question and planning an outline to structure the response.
Based on the passage and events before:
- Wing and Audrey have a close relationship where they can tease each other lightheartedly. The phrase suggests familiarity and comfort between them.
- Wing keeps to himself at school and avoids those who tease him. He doesn't shine but works hard and is polite. This implies he is introverted and doesn't socialize much with his schoolmates. Their relationship seems casual as he doesn't interact with them beyond what is necessary.
The document provides guidance on analyzing diction and symbolism in literature. It explains that diction refers to word choice, and symbols represent larger ideas. Readers are instructed to identify emphasized words and ask why specific words were chosen, examine literal and implied meanings, and determine how word choices relate to themes.
The document discusses similes and metaphors. It provides examples of each and a 4-step process for analyzing them. Similes use "like" or "as" to compare two dissimilar objects or ideas, while metaphors make a direct comparison using "is" or "was" without those connectives. The examples analyze poems comparing trees and the process of road construction.
The document discusses the figurative language of personification. It defines personification as giving an inanimate object or concept a human attribute. It provides examples of personification and explains why authors use personification is to exaggerate and emphasize a point. It discusses how to analyze personification by highlighting the comparisons, identifying the abstract quality and human attribute, and phrasing the comparison. The document encourages practicing analyzing examples of personification and applying a four-step analysis to unpack uses of personification in poems.
The document provides guidance on analyzing diction and symbolism in literature. It explains that diction refers to word choice, and symbols represent larger ideas. Readers are instructed to identify emphasized words and ask why specific words were chosen, examine literal and implied meanings, and determine how word choices elaborate on themes.
The document discusses atmosphere and mood in literature. It provides definitions of mood and atmosphere, and how to analyze them. Some key points include: Mood refers to the emotions a text evokes, while atmosphere relates to the feelings the author aims to convey. When analyzing atmosphere, readers should look for descriptive details about settings and environments, as well as repeated ideas and patterns that form impressions. Examples from Wuthering Heights are given to demonstrate how its rural setting, gloomy weather, and isolated house contribute to a mysterious and depressing mood. The landlord is characterized as introverted, troubled, and preferring solitude, with the stormy weather reflecting his mindset. Feelings of narrators can also provide insight into a text's mood
The document discusses characteristics of narrators in stories. It addresses questions about who the narrator is, how they are involved, impressions of them, whether they are objective or emotional, if they can be trusted to tell the truth, and their reasons for telling the story. It also discusses the reliability of narrators and whether they may be unreliable due to lying, limited perspective, being misled, or mental unsoundness. This could cause the reader to doubt the story being told.
The document provides guidance on how to answer an opinion essay question that asks "Do you agree?". It explains that such a question demands taking a "yes" or "no" position and weighing different sides of an argument. It recommends acknowledging differing views and substantiating your own stand. It also outlines the PEAL structure for paragraphs and a six-paragraph essay format involving stating your position, providing reasons, addressing objections, and summarizing your view. The document gives advice on analyzing the opinion in the question and planning an outline to structure the response.
Based on the passage and events before:
- Wing and Audrey have a close relationship where they can tease each other lightheartedly. The phrase suggests familiarity and comfort between them.
- Wing keeps to himself at school and avoids those who tease him. He doesn't shine but works hard and is polite. This implies he is introverted and doesn't socialize much with his schoolmates. Their relationship seems casual as he doesn't interact with them beyond what is necessary.
10. Johnny won the car race, bought
Laura the ring they got married and
lived happily ever after
Complete Resolution
The issue or conflict in
the story is resolved
Typical happy ending
Somewhat fantastical
11. Johnny won the race but Laura
got so upset she broke up with
him.
Ironic resolution
The expected
resolution is reversed
Johnny won the race
to buy Laura a ring so
they could get
married, but now they
will not be getting
married.
12. Johnny won the race but Laura
realized she wasnt really
bothered about his safety... Or of
The Twist
Similar to ironic
resolution
A new fact introduced
which resolves the
problem
Laura doesnt really
bother about Johnny,
13. Johnny won the car race, realized this
was something he was good at and
decided to pursue this opportunity
The Revelation
One of the characters gain
a revelation or new
awareness of the
situation/issue
The main character
matures and is able to
14. Johnny couldnt find a car to race
and so still had to find someway
to buy a ring for Laura...
Open Resolution
The issue is not
resolved or only
partially resolved
Sense of realism
because happy
endings dont occur in
real life.
15. Analyzing resolutions
Examine the last few paragraphs on the text
where it ends - chapters, endings etc.
Compare the last paragraph with the first
paragraph. Whats changed?
16. Application
Cinderella...
Create an ending different from the traditional
one
Chose one of the 5 types of endings discussed
Complete the story in 200 words on butcher
sheets.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the different
#15: - Endings provide clues and information about the overall meaning and direction of the story\n- Consider the overall changes and issues addressed in the story\n
#16: - Tell story of Cinderella\n- reduced to position of servitude, bullied by her family, fairy godmother gives her a chance to go to the ball, meets prince charming, instructed and leaves in a hurry leaving her glass slipper\n