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    understandable manner and is not abrupt. Einstein’s audience is a sixth-grade student so he answered his question by saying “no” in a kind way. The writer Einstein uses pathos and logos to allow his point to clearly shine; he also uses simplistic diction to recreate his audiences understanding. Einstein addresses Phyllis personally and simply‚ he does not refer to anyone else. When Einstein declares that “scientific research is based on the idea that everything that takes place is determined by

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    if it were something completely normal‚ ignoring the fact that it is taboo‚ and not socially acceptable. When reading‚ we are able to understand that eating children would never happen‚ but due to his use of diction‚ a sarcastic and a cynical tone is used. With use of proper connotative diction the author allows us to understand the terrible conditions in Ireland and reveals the dominant tone. “I can think of no one objection that will possibly be raised against this proposal‚ unless it be urged

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    sentences as a form of syntax‚ which is the arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language‚ and uses descriptive words to set the mood‚ theme‚ and setting of her short story‚ which is called diction. Cisneros’ style and usage of syntax and diction are critical elements to the short story. In "Mexico‚" Cisneros uses long‚ elaborate‚ descriptive sentences to move from one memory of her hometown‚ or memory of her grandfather‚ to the next. This writing style helps

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    D. Salinger used many writing techniques in the novel the CATCHER in the RYE the two that stand out the most are how he used detail and diction. Salinger used these two techniques to help characterize Holden Caulfield as a realist in the novel to show different people’s perspectives. The first technique that Salinger used to help characterize Holden is diction. The constant use of negative language made Holden seem mean and more of a realist because he didn’t use bad words for good things or bad

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    throughout as Huck describes the stories told. 6. PG 10 The superstitions brought forth have imagery when describing the witches. 7. PG11 A humorous tone was set by the author throughout the dialogue. 8. PG12 The dialogue throughout this page had diction to it. 9. PG13 Parallel structure was used as Miss Watson continually insinuated and said Huck was a fool. 10. PG14 Imagery was used as Huck described the situation of the drowned man. 11. PG15 The boys pretending to be different minorities is

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    “The world is made up of two classes - the hunters and the huntees.”-Richard Connell. This man is extraordinary; he went through world war 1 as a writer‚ solider‚ and editor. He is the author of the short stories " The Most Dangerous Game" and "The Cage Man". His stories are based on his experiences encountered at war and how he sees the world. His moral thoughts on war and the taking of another living creature’s life is inflicted in his famous story " The Most Dangerous Game". On the contrary‚ Connell’s

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    Title: An Analysis of the Language Style Used in “two fast and too furious” film. Fields: sociolinguistics A. Background of the Study Too fast and too furious film is one of the most amazing films in 2003 year. This film was directed by John singleton. He is a famous director in the world. He had been directing many films. This film was become a winner by many awards held in Hollywood‚ such as BMI film music award in 2004‚ breakthrough male performance 2003‚ won teen choice award‚ golden

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    personality‚ his widespread acceptance owes credit to his many literary elements. Kennedy’s use of diction‚ imagery‚ and tone allow for a very persuasive presentation and supply him the ability to completely engulf the listener’s attention. Kennedy’s ability to persuade his listeners is not merely an inherent gift‚ but rather is obtained through intentional usage of word choices. Kennedy’s diction consists of words such as victory‚ freedom‚ poverty‚ revolution‚ and devotion. He specifically chose

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    events that he went through with his father‚ Schlomo during the Holocaust. He utilizes diction‚ or his word choice to explain these events. He also utilizes imagery the reader can have a better picture in their head of what happened to him and his father. Syntax is also used to organize the words he uses. Diction‚ imagery‚ and syntax develop the father-son relationship between Elie and Schlomo. Wiesel uses diction to help develop the relationship between Elie and Schlomo in Night. “The two adults

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    are but in William Hazlitt’s essay “On the Want of Money”‚ he tries to prove the world wrong. He firmly believes that if money cannot get you happiness then it will truly “pave the road for it”. Hazlitt weaves his argument though the use of syntax‚ diction and appeals to pathos‚ logos and ethos; by using these effective rhetorical strategies Hazlitt proves his point that money is a crucial part of happiness in today’s world. Hazlitt’s most cogent rhetorical strategy used to prove his point is

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