Is it a mystery or suspense?When is the suspense introduced?How is it resolved?Did the author include any red herrings?Is the story an example of poetic justice?
The short story, "Uneasy Homecoming" is definitely a mystery. From the moment that Connie arrived home she knew something wasn't right. She felt like someone or something was in her house with her. Suspense is introduced when she begins to walk around her house in the darkness of the night, noticing that things are out of place. Connie calls Mrs. Winston, her neighbour, for someone to talk to and finds out that there has recently been burglaries in the remote area. She heads upstairs and finds cigarette butts on the floor and a bag of jewelry under the bed. She runs to shut off all the lights, but notices a broken window and mud tracks on the floor. Connie then hears and sees the burglar in the house. The suspense is resolved when she flees the house and lights the motorcycle on fire and help comes to the rescue. There are no red herrings, as we knew from the beginning something wasn't right. Also, it is not an example of poetic justice because we didn't find out what happened to the burglar, who happened to be Mrs. Winston's son, Charlie. This short story is a great mystery, it has us hanging off the edge of each word to find out what may happen next.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Loving Housewife or Evil Murderer?
Is it a mystery or suspense? When is the suspense introduced?How is it resolved?Did the author include any red herrings?Is the story an example of poetic justice?
The short story "Lamb to Slaughter" by Roald Dahl is a suspense. In the beginning of the story Mrs. Maloney seems to be a loving and doting housewife who is in love with her husband. She leads everyone to believe that she is a good wife. The suspence is intrduced when her husband comes home from work and she makes him comfortable. Mr. Maloney seems uneasy even though they participate in their everyday routine. Mrs. Maloney goes to get a lamb leg for supper and Mr. Maloney gets upset and says he is going out. The tension slowly builds until she bashes him over the head with the leg of lamb. The suspence is resolved when she calls the police over and cooks them the lamb leg she used to kill Mr. Maloney with. This story is not an example of poetic justice because Mrs. Maloney doen't get punished for the crime that she committed. The red herrings are in the beginning of the story when everyone is lead to believe that Mrs. Maloney is a good and loving housewife. The author creates a good mystery story that had us guessing what was going to happen next.
The short story "Lamb to Slaughter" by Roald Dahl is a suspense. In the beginning of the story Mrs. Maloney seems to be a loving and doting housewife who is in love with her husband. She leads everyone to believe that she is a good wife. The suspence is intrduced when her husband comes home from work and she makes him comfortable. Mr. Maloney seems uneasy even though they participate in their everyday routine. Mrs. Maloney goes to get a lamb leg for supper and Mr. Maloney gets upset and says he is going out. The tension slowly builds until she bashes him over the head with the leg of lamb. The suspence is resolved when she calls the police over and cooks them the lamb leg she used to kill Mr. Maloney with. This story is not an example of poetic justice because Mrs. Maloney doen't get punished for the crime that she committed. The red herrings are in the beginning of the story when everyone is lead to believe that Mrs. Maloney is a good and loving housewife. The author creates a good mystery story that had us guessing what was going to happen next.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Your Kinsman
1. Choose several lines from Anne Sexton's poem "Courage" explain them in detail. Examine the lines for meaning, figurative language and appeal.
My favorite part of the poem begins in the third stanza, where it explains how sorrow was treated as a friend. The entire stanza portrays images of how sorrow can break you down, but if you treat it like a friend it will transform into something happier. An example of imagery in this poem is, "Picking the scabs off your heart, then wringing it out like a sock." This line explains getting the courage within and getting rid of the wounds and injuries you have received in the past. Forgiving and forgetting is a great way to have a happier and more pleasant life style. A great example of personification are the lines, "When death opens the back door you'll put on your carpet slippers and stride out." This line shows us that death isn't going to be a planned event. When its your time to go, nature will take its course and you will pass away unexpectedly and unplanned, just the way it should be. This poem is a great description of the word "courage", it tells us that we should have built it up, showed it compassion and love, treat it as a friend, and it will become stronger as you grow older.
My favorite part of the poem begins in the third stanza, where it explains how sorrow was treated as a friend. The entire stanza portrays images of how sorrow can break you down, but if you treat it like a friend it will transform into something happier. An example of imagery in this poem is, "Picking the scabs off your heart, then wringing it out like a sock." This line explains getting the courage within and getting rid of the wounds and injuries you have received in the past. Forgiving and forgetting is a great way to have a happier and more pleasant life style. A great example of personification are the lines, "When death opens the back door you'll put on your carpet slippers and stride out." This line shows us that death isn't going to be a planned event. When its your time to go, nature will take its course and you will pass away unexpectedly and unplanned, just the way it should be. This poem is a great description of the word "courage", it tells us that we should have built it up, showed it compassion and love, treat it as a friend, and it will become stronger as you grow older.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
If.. Rudyard Kipling
Do you agree with Kipling's message in this poem? Why or why not?
Yes, I agree with Kipling's message because it is telling us that we should try to be the best that we can. In life giving it your all should be your first priority and I believe that
being a better person will help you have an overall better lifestyle.
Identify which of Kipling's statements is the most meaningful to you and explain why.
All of Kipling's statements are honest and truthful. I however particularly like lines 5 - 6 which say, "If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, or being lied about, don't deal lies." What this means is, If you can remain patient and not grow impatient, or if you don't want to be lied about, then don't lie about others and don't listen to the lies of others; remain truthful. I believe this statement is meaningful to me because you must have patients in life. Things aren't always going to be fast and meaningless, you should take the time to grow trustworthy, faithful and patient. The last part of the statement is about not listening to the lies of others. I really like this part because it deals with everyday life. In society, people are going to gossip and spread lies about others and I have learnt that it is always better on yourself to ignore the lies some people may say about you. The best way to deal with lies is to be truthful to others and to be a genuine person.
Is Kipling's advice useful for people today? Why or why not?
Yes, Kipling's advice is useful for people today. The message in his poem promotes being a better person and that message can help you succeed your goals while being a courageous, brave, and passionate person.
Yes, I agree with Kipling's message because it is telling us that we should try to be the best that we can. In life giving it your all should be your first priority and I believe that
being a better person will help you have an overall better lifestyle.
Identify which of Kipling's statements is the most meaningful to you and explain why.
All of Kipling's statements are honest and truthful. I however particularly like lines 5 - 6 which say, "If you can wait and not be tired by waiting, or being lied about, don't deal lies." What this means is, If you can remain patient and not grow impatient, or if you don't want to be lied about, then don't lie about others and don't listen to the lies of others; remain truthful. I believe this statement is meaningful to me because you must have patients in life. Things aren't always going to be fast and meaningless, you should take the time to grow trustworthy, faithful and patient. The last part of the statement is about not listening to the lies of others. I really like this part because it deals with everyday life. In society, people are going to gossip and spread lies about others and I have learnt that it is always better on yourself to ignore the lies some people may say about you. The best way to deal with lies is to be truthful to others and to be a genuine person.
Is Kipling's advice useful for people today? Why or why not?
Yes, Kipling's advice is useful for people today. The message in his poem promotes being a better person and that message can help you succeed your goals while being a courageous, brave, and passionate person.
Monday, November 9, 2009
How does being able to write change Christy's life?
Christy Brown's life was changed entirely when his family found out he could write. Writing would destine Christy to express his emotions and feelings in a suitable manner. Also, writing could give Christy the oppertunity to experience life in a way that no one thought possible with his condition. Writing would broaden his horizon and help him comprehend the difficulties that life conveys. However, it won't give Christy complete freedom of expression, but it will show him the values of learning to read and write. Learning these valuable life lessons would certainly allow Christy to persevere his dreams and aspirations.
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