1. What is the difference between a. and a. The final line in Kate Chopin's "The Story of an Hour," "When the doctors came they said she had died of heart disease-of joy that kills," is an ironic statement as it suggests that Louise Mallard died from the overwhelming joy of seeing her husband alive, whereas she actually died from the shock and despair of realizing she would not be able to live for herself (Chopin). This irony is evident as Louise had just experienced a moment of liberation and newfound independence upon hearing of her husband's supposed death. The doctors' misdiagnosis highlights the disparity between the outward appearance of events and the internal reality of Louise's emotions. The discrepancy between the doctors' diagnosis of death by joy and Louise's …show more content…
What is the difference between a'smart' and a'smart'? In Ernest Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants," Jig's plea for her companion to stop talking multiple times is a poignant reflection of her internal conflict and the power dynamics in their conversation about the possibility of having an abortion. When Jig says, "Would you please please please please please please please please stop talking?" It highlights her escalating frustration and the sense of being overwhelmed by her companion's dominating presence in the discussion. This repetition of "please" underscores her urgent need for him to listen to her perspective and give her the space to express her own thoughts and feelings. Furthermore, her statement, "I'll scream," further emphasizes Jig's growing emotional distress and her warning that she may reach a breaking point if her companion continues to disregard her agency and push his agenda, revealing the depth of her plea for respect and understanding in this critical moment of decision-making. 3. What is the difference between a'smart' and a'smart'? In William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream," Theseus and Oberon represent contrasting rulers with distinct leadership
In 102 Minutes, Chapter 7, authors Dwyer and Flynn use ethos, logos, and pathos to appeal to the readers’ consciences, minds and hearts regarding what happened to the people inside the Twin Towers on 9/11. Of particular interest are the following uses of the three appeals.
In the book Into the Wild, Jon Krakauer wrote about Christopher McCandless, a nature lover in search for independence, in a mysterious and hopeful experience. Even though Krakauer tells us McCandless was going to die from the beginning, he still gave him a chance for survival. As a reader I wanted McCandless to survive. In Into the Wild, Krakauer gave McCandless a unique perspective. He was a smart and unique person that wanted to be completely free from society. Krakauer included comments from people that said McCandless was crazy, and his death was his own mistake. However, Krakauer is able to make him seem like a brave person. The connections between other hikers and himself helped in the explanation of McCandless’s rational actions. Krakauer is able to make McCandless look like a normal person, but unique from this generation. In order for Krakauer to make Christopher McCandless not look like a crazy person, but a special person, I will analyze the persuading style that Krakauer used in Into the Wild that made us believe McCandless was a regular young adult.
In the short story, “The Story of An Hour”, written by Kate Choppin, a woman with a heart trouble is told her husband had passed away in a railroad disaster. Mrs. Mallard was depressed, then she came to a realization that she was free. Back in the day this story was written, women did not have many rights. They were overruled by their husband. As she became more aware of how many doors her husband death would open, she had passed away. The doctors had said she had died of heart disease--of the joy that kills. The irony in the situation was that as she was dying, her husband walked through the door, alive.
In his novel, The Catcher in the Rye, J. D. Salinger uses connotative diction along with the red hunting cap to characterize the protagonist, Holden Caulfield, as a uniquely defensive introvert. For instance, In chapter three, Holden’s red cap that he wears in private to express his individuality, is addressed for the first time when Ackley enters the room with demeaning statements in regard to the hat, which is meant for hunting. This triggers Holden to retort, “Like hell it is,” (page 22) which is his defensive instinct, compelling him to verbalize his anger as a form of protection. As a follow-up statement, he cleverly says,“This is a people shooting hat. . .” (page 22) connotatively revealing much more about Holden as
Chopin, Kate. "story of an hour." 19 april 1894. http://www.KateChopin.org. short story. 19 october 2015.
To be inconsistent with traditional communities beliefs it is hard for many to accomplish. Nevertheless, writer Kate Chopin fights that conflict to deliver the readers a few of the greatest thought vexing literature that a human can get their hands on. Applying to her improvement reflections of narrative stories, such as plot control, irony, and character development, Kate is capable to take the reader towards a world of feelings that humanity would despise. Chopin shows her unbelievable literary ability in “The Story of an Hour” by joining character development and plot, with her use of thought-provoking vocabulary and narrative irony.
One feature of the narrative voice is the transition between cynical/angry and compassionate, often in the same scene. For example, when he visits Spencer he says of Spencer and his wife, “they both got a bang out of things, though – in a half assed way, of course.” He is immediately conscious of his cynical attitude and corrects himself. “I know that sounds mean to say, but I don’t mean to be mean. I just mean that…” and he proceeds to adopt a more compassionate attitude towards Spencer, “But if you thought about him just enough and not too much, you could figure out that he wasn’t doing too bad for himself.” This transition of voice from the cynical to compassionate occurs throughout the scene. First, the cynical or angry, and then the self-reflexive compassionate correction.
From the day that J.D. Salinger published his book “The Catcher in the Rye”, it has maintained its title as one of the most controversial books on the shelf. Society has taken the poor elements such as prostitution and under-aged drinking and used it to ban the book in many schools and libraries. Whether or not reading this book has any importance to youth has been the greatest argument for most of society. The book compiles many underlying issues in teenager’s lives and the main character Holden very bluntly acknowledges them. Holden also calls out the phoniness that most adults participate in around others.The book's status as inappropriate and unimportant has been argued for and against since the book was written. Through Salinger’s use
In “The Story Of An Hour” Louise Mallards husband dies and she is finally free from feeling oppressed. When her sister told her that her husband dies she felt free and joyful. She imagines all the things she could do know that he is dead. She wasn´t happy in the relationship she felt trapped in the house.
The bloodshed and rallying cries of a revolution transcend beyond all barriers of time, often striking a chord with the most underrepresented and disadvantaged citizens of a nation. With enough backing, fringe ideas wield the ability to force their way into the minds of the populace, providing strength to the once-languished. Using A Tale of Two Cities, influential author of numerous classic works, Charles Dickens, illustrates the gaping holes in rhetoric and action widely disregarded during the French Revolution of the late 1700s as well as criticizing his own country, England, for its administrative flaws. However, his blunt assessment applies to countless eras throughout history, including today’s political environment in the United States.
The French Revolution, starting in 1789, was a historical period in which the peasants revolt against the nobles because of the malicious actions of the French aristocracy. In A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens, Dickens shows the cruelty of the nobility while sympathizing with the peasants, but he also pities the nobles when the mob of peasants, acting like animals, become what the nobles used to be, self-absorbed killers. Throughout the French Revolution, which is portrayed in the novel, Dickens displays that resurrection is possible for the peasants and nobles through the use of metaphors. The French Revolution, a time of chaos and bloodiness, allows for resurrection in
In France, the years between 1789 and 1794 are a time of thoughtless inhumanity and brutality toward fellow man. These inhumane acts are carried through by the Revolutionaries and the nobility of France in these years and the years leading up to the French Revolution. One of the foremost illustrations of the inhumanity felt and shown during this time is A Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens. Dickens uses metaphors as symbols throughout this book to exemplify his theme of thoughtlessness toward people by other people. Dickens develops these metaphors throughout the novel and manipulates them to fit different circumstances. He uses everyday objects and ideas and makes them personifications of the Revolution and their unsympathetic mindsets
“The Story of an Hour” is a powerful and short narrative in which Kate Chopin presents an overlooked idea of marriage and women-related issues. The main character, Mrs. Mallard feels devastated and isolate herself from the family members after receiving a terrifying news about the death of her husband. The reader can identify different sides of her attitude; even though she feel upset about the sudden death, she has something to be happy about, a situation that seem ironical. This piece of literature captures the complex interior lives of women generation by exposing the frustrations, dreams, and desires of her era and their relevance today. Through using ironic and rhetorical phrases, Chopin never allow her readers to be uncertain about the
Storytelling has the ability to display the details and and events of war that is not easily depicted in any other way. O’Brien describes the misconceptions and truths that surround the experiences of war and stories about war. O’Brien’s stories are a way of preserving his memories from war, and also a method for soldiers in coping with their situations as well. Stories have the ability to reflect on the grief, struggles, and even satisfying events of war, especially on the front lines of combat. Storytelling is an important way to appeal to emotion and describe important details about the ugly truths that are hidden from the public eye, as well as serving as a coping mechanism in order to deal with one’s life situations.
Women in the 1800s and 1900s have been oppressed by the stereotypes of what it is they are supposed to be. They are to marry young and have children with their husband. They are to take care of the young and perform household chores. They are supposed to love their spouse unconditionally. Kate Chopin challenges this view often in her writing. One of her short stories, “The Story of an Hour” sends a message that women should seek individuality as much as men through her use of rhetorical devices.