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    Running head: INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE Final Paper Ashford University Introduction to Literature ENG 125 Date Final Paper A short story and poem‚ no matter how structurally different are two literary pieces where a rich story is embedded. Readers are drawn towards these scripts by means of rhythm (poem)‚ characterization‚ or a fictional setting in their respective narratives. However‚ the mere script would not make it entertaining enough. It would depend on the imagination of the

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    In this paper I will compare and contrast the poems “What It’s Like to Be a Black Girl" and "Child of the Americas". In these two poems they are both are about race and ethnic. They were always talking about the color of their skin or who they are. The reason I thought about looking at these particular poems is because I have been really big about race and ethnic. Race in today social is a big issue when you are dealing with jobs and etc. In the poem “What It’s Like to Be a Black Girl" the author

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    Whether reading a short story or a poem‚ there is always a story to be found within. The authors of these stories are able to capture readers through the use of characterization‚ rhythm‚ and setting throughout their narrative. It is imagination that allows the reader of these literary forms to be able to visualize what the author would like the reader to perceive. Through the use of symbolism or descriptive wording. In the poem “The Road Not Taken” or in the short stories “A Worn Path” or “I Used

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    My Take on a Short Story and a Poem Geraldine Carlson ENG 125: Introduction to Literature Instructor: Paul Wiltz December 17‚ 2012 My Take on a Short Story and a Poem There are certain elements to a poem or a short story that can capture a reader and draw them in. Whether it is an unforgettable setting‚ or a character that captures your imagination‚ every piece of literature shares some of the same elements. All literature is written differently and therefore interpreted differently

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    Introduction to Literature A Similar Journey February 2011 There are many people who travel a distance in life to find the path they should take or to remember the path they once took. In the poem “The Path Not Taken‚” by Robert Frost and the short story "I Used to Live Here Once" by Jean Rhys there are many similarities and differences. The authors’ use of describing a path helps them personify life’s journeys and self-reflection. Robert Frost uses imagery to describe two different journeys

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    Okita’s poem and Cisnero’s short story have numerous contrasts and parallels. Both authors develop ideas in distinct ways‚ although they share many fundamental elements. Cisneros and Okita’s stories demonstrate that America is made up of many civilizations on its own. This also represents the belief that culture is determined by one’s characteristics. Clothing‚ food‚ religion/beliefs‚ language‚ and traditions are all examples of cultural elements. Okita’s poetry expresses her strong feelings for

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    would‚ But each child has their memories‚ There old life their story‚ Only their love to poses as their pride and glory‚ Hardly any food at all‚ only crumbs so not a lot‚ And their names and identity‚ long forgot‚ So if you hear something when it’s dark‚ don’t turn on that light‚ Because you already know that’s the street children’s cries echoing through the night. Jem Solley Street children Poem By: Moonchild275 Poetry Submitted: Dec 10‚ 2008 Reads: 1093 Comments:

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    followed by two unstressed syllables‚ making the rhythm dactylic. ’Charge of the light brigade’ is about the Crimean war in southern Russia and it outlines both the heroism and obedience of the troops but also the stupidity of war. Tennyson wrote this poem for people to remember this famous event but also not to forget the lessons that should be learnt from it‚ the destruction of mistaken orders. But also to boost the moral and letting people at home know what’s going on. In the first few lines of the

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    Literature Comparison between a Short Story and a Poem Gian Carlo O. Dela Cruz Literature Comparison between a Short Story and a Poem Literature? This form of entertainment had been around for ages‚ whether be in a form of a Poetry‚ a Drama or a Short Story. This Type of literature had been used by Poets and Authors to convey their deepest desires‚ feelings‚ Ideas‚ amazing imaginations which makes us‚ whoever we want and an escape to daily normal life and with this making it humorous

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    Compare and Contrast Movie vs. Story During the motion picture “Charly” a 1968 film many differences and similarities were littered throughout. To start off the first and foremost difference is “Charly’s” love relationship in the film and his more friendship relationship in the short story. Another would include the friendship he held with Algernon and how little it was mentioned or displayed in the cinema. A more minor one would include Dr. Strauss being a male in the story and a female in the film

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