The first song I chose is Firework. I chose firework because it uses a lot of figurative language, such as simile. Katy Perry firework, do u ever feel like a plastic bag. That’s a simile because she is comparing you to a plastic bag. Another form of figurative language is a metaphor, cause baby you’re a firework. That is a metaphor because she's saying you’re a firework. Another form of figurative language is a idiom, come on let your colors burst. That is a idiom because she telling you to let your colors burst like show what can do. Those are a few examples of a figurative language in firework by Katy Perry. The second song I chose is let it go. I chose let it go as my second song because it has a lot of figurative language. Let it go, my
While most of the population has not attended medical school for six or more years, every patient still needs to understand what is wrong with them. Similarly, while readers of a medical narrative aren’t experts on the medical topics they are reading about, but they still need to understand the story. Books written about illness can be confusing for a reader who isn’t familiar with that condition, which makes the author's job to explain the condition, while still maintaining an interesting story line. Metaphors and similes help to bridge the gap of understanding between patients and doctors, and readers and authors. When someone is unfamiliar with medical terms, giving a scientific definition of a diagnosis does no good, that is
I chose this song because, in my opinion, it has a good thesis that backs up the song lyrics and it gives you a positive feeling. Basically, the song is telling us to always keep our faith and stay strong no matter what. It encourages people to
In the short story “A Sound of Thunder,” by Ray Bradbury, the author makes the story seem alive, with vivid imagery created by figurative language. Figurative language shows throughout the story from the scenes of the T-rex, and the changed surroundings at the end. They spot the T-rex from afar and Eckles studies it “Its mouth gaped, exposing a fence of teeth like daggers,” the word daggers gives the insight of its dangerous looks “And from the great breathing cage of the upper body those two delicate arms dangled out front, arms with hands which might pick up and examine men like toys, while the snake neck coiled.” The description of the T-rex gives us the terrifying and fierce physique of the beast, as if it were here in person. Once they
Nobody knows what caused the Triangle Fire, and maybe no one ever will. Although, there is a writer that described the events so thoroughly that the images make it seem like we were there. This writer’s name is Albert Marrin. The way he is making these images so vivid is something that many amazing writers use. It is called figurative language. He uses many forms of figurative language in his describing of the Triangle Fire. The main reason he uses them was to make the writing more impactful. In other words, instead of using everyday words, he uses metaphors that allows us to comprehend the text, and it also allows us to relate to it. That is why the use of these creating writing elements makes this non-fiction text so impactful. When the
Do firemen put out fires or start them? According to Ray Bradbury firemen start fires by burning books. The firemen burn books because it causes the reader to want to die for them and go crazy, according to his book Fahrenheit 451.
1. Figurative Language: As Eric Schlosser is introducing Carl N. Karcher in the opening pages of the novel; he refers to his life as a tale by Horatio Alger, growing from modest upbringings, to establish a fast food empire. This quote uses an allusion to the talented author of Horatio Alger whose works often revolve around working middle class fighting adversity to become wealthy, which is the fulfillment of the American dream. Karcher’s life resembles a real life story that can be illustrated by Alger in one of his works comparing his upscale to greatness by pioneering ideas changing the way Americans eat and live.
The way we respond to character are shaped by our own context, which refers to our experience, values and relationships. Characters from the novel may remind you of someone in your own life, leaving you feel more connected to the character and story. The layering of images builds the impression of a character to the reader. Through the sounds of their voices, description of physical appearance and their speech and actions paints a picture of that character to us.
Norman Cousins, a political journalist for the Saturday Review, once said, “The tragedy of life is not death, but what we let die inside of us while we live”. This can be found true in Elie Wiesel’s memoir Night. Elie Wiesel was a survivor of the Holocaust, who dedicated his life to bringing awareness to the horrendous, and cruel actions that took place at the concentration camps in the time of Nazi Germany. He endured many physical challenges, as well as many mental challenges throughout his time in the inferno, Auschwitz. Although, he was surrounded by death, the death inside of him seemed much greater.
The short story,”Barn Burning”written by William Faulkner is about a 10 year old boy named Sarty, who gets called to the stand of the court; his father, Abner Snopes, is accused of burning a barn down. Sarty knows that his father is guilty of arson and wants justice to be served, but, his father wants him to stay loyal to his family and blood. The conflict of morals vs. family goes on for the entire story,Sarty’s moral beliefs are embedded in justice and peace, while his father wants him to protect his family no matter the circumstances. Literary devices used in the story are symbolism and diction, the symbols of blood and fire being, family and a chain.and being told from the perspective of a timid ten year old boy. One of the major themes present throughout the story is courage, wanting to tell on his father for arson but, being shot down by his intimidating father. William Faulkner illustrates the theme of courage through the use of symbolism and diction
The Red Umbrella, by Christina Diaz Gonzalez and Migration Photograph, by José Hernández-Claire both represent the subject of family separation. The authors of these two texts use different and similar techniques to help portray the subject.
Many different forms of figurative language I used throughout the story to exhilarate the irony. The opening description of Ethan is full of ironic expressions. Figurative language is also used to the describe reactions to events in the story. The author is very descriptive in this short story. The use of figurative language aids in description of events, the setting, mood, and characters’ appearance and response. Edith Wharton, the author, use of literary devices allows the story to come alive and to also require the reader to think deeply about the true meanings.
The poem Nighttime Fires by Regina Barecca explains the speaker’s complex view of her father. The speaker uses imagery to describe her father’s strange behaviours after losing his job. Figurative language is used strategically to explain the memories of this young girl’s strange adventures. The diction in this poem is also used very well helping us to understand why these nighttime fires left such a lasting impact on this grown woman from when she was only five years old. All of these things are very important to the progress of the poem and the engagement of the reader.
Who is the person I go to when I need advice? Who is the person who I trust with all of my deepest darkest secrets? Who is the measure of a human being? That person is my best friend--Faith Askew. To clarify, she isn't my best friend… she is my sister.
Have you ever had any troubles sleeping at night? Some people might have an ibility to sleep, a sleeping disorder called insomnia. But, for Adam Young, he had trouble sleeping at night, and yet, still have a very colorful vivid dreams. In “Fireflies”, by Owl City, Adam Young is trying to show his vivid dreams when he was young by using many figurative languages such as simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification, and repetition.
As defined by the book, Introduction to Political Theory by Hoffman and Graham, the state by definition is “an institution that claims a monopoly of legitimate force for a particular territory” (pg 509). The films which we have viewed so far all portray the state in a not so favorable light. The state possesses a great amount of power and force that it can quiet down any person if the state feels threatened. With supporting evidence from the films and the books, we will see how the state does not do a very good job with promoting the ideals on freedom and we will see just how powerful the state really is.