Explain briefly why your admiration increases and – in more detail – discuss how the writer achieves this. In your answer you must refer closely to the text and at least two of: characterisation, these, key incidents, structure or any other appropriate feature. In ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ by Harper Lee, Atticus Finch is a character whom the reader grows to admire as he plot unfolds. The writer draws our attention to the elements of Atticus’s personality which are admirable us with use of characterisation, and key incidents. By analysing these techniques used in the novel, we can increase our appreciation of Atticus and the novel as a whole.
His life experiences enabled him to grow into a man who lives by the rule, “…empathize with one another, be kind to one another, understand one another, think about things from someone else’s point of view…” (Noble 5). In the town of Maycomb, Tom Robinson, an African American male, is accused of raping a white woman. Atticus decides to defend Mr. Robinson knowing that he will draw harsh criticism from most citizens of the town. The decision to defend Tom not only enraged the white community, but it also endangered himself and his family. A “would-be lynch mob” attempted to accost Atticus at his home.
“You never really understand a person until you consider things from his point of view…Until you climb into his skin and walk around in it,” Atticus (Lee 30). Likewise, when Bob Ewell spat into Atticus’ face, Atticus considered that by doing nothing, he can save the Ewell children from another beating. In short, Atticus considers all factors before making a decision. Moreover, Atticus is wise because he has a clever mind and tongue. For example, during the Tom Robinson trial, Atticus worded his speech so well that it took the juries a few hours to decide a verdict.
This realization helps the story by increasing the intensity and suspense and by causing the reader to be curious of the future events that may occur. Literary Device : Foreshadowing Analysis: In addition, the usage of foreshadowing in the “Then There Was Two” becomes an important literary device that adds to the effectiveness of the story. With the usage of foreshadowing, the author is able to create suspense, intrigue, and a sense of momentum in the story. Through this quote, “Priapus felt really nervous but was grateful that Maria hadn’t noticed how agitated he was,” the readers understand that Priapus had lied to his wife about the phone call. Not knowing why he was so nervous, the
: Making No Become a Yes”, he shows how literacy is could be effective when expressing the occurrence of past hurtles that were faced by the generation before. Alexie and Wiesel both show the readers the importance that literacy played in their life and made them the person they are today. Writers have their own purposes but one purpose that they all agree upon is that literacy is the way to express feelings of ones life and improve the lives of new generation. Literacy is a tool that an individual uses to get their emotions through the minds of others by conveying a message that helps the world see the struggles experienced in life. Alexie and Wiesel both in their essay hint that they write to changing minds of the readers and help them realize what life is about.
Had they not had these things shown to them or set upon them, Scout and Jem would be left to do anything and everything they pleased. For a child, this might seem like an amazing prospect, but left to do what they pleased, a child could get into a lot of trouble. Whatever the type of boundary being set, they play a huge role in the growth of a child, and that is illustrated in this novel. Some of the first boundaries to be set, are physical. Their summer boundaries, as Scout calls the area that they are allowed to play, is set by how far Calpunia can yell.
These characteristics can influence the opinions and even the interpretations of a reader which is why the author’s decision is vital in how he or she wants the story to be viewed. There are many reasons why authors choose child narrators when writing story. There is usually a lesson to be learned when writing a short story or fiction. What better narrator to use than an innocent child, right? Children’s inexperience to life is a great way for authors to create lesson learning, life-like situations for readers by demonstrating bad decision making.
For example, when writing about obedience he writes, “Obey your parents, when they are present,” because they “think they know better than you,” implying the parents don’t know better. His discussion on lying is very interesting. He states we should not lie until we’ve grown and learned enough to be “perfect” liars, with “confidence, elegance, and precision.” He also tells the youth start “early” and learn “this gracious and beautiful art.” Twain seems to want to point out the errors of adult cynicism to help bring a new view toward making society more honest and rational. While opening the eyes to both the young and the elderly, Twain magically sends these two audiences different messages with the same words. The unexperienced youth are the ones who get the obvious message.
“You never really understood a person until you consider things from his point of view—until you climb into his skin and walk around it.” pg 30. Atticus tries to explain to Jem and Scout that it is possible to live with right and wrong without losing hope. By comprehending the lesson Atticus is able to admire Mrs. Dubose’s courage while ignoring her racism. Scout’s growth in the novel into adulthood is guided by her understanding of Atticus’s lessons and her living. Throughout the reading Scout and Jem make the transition from innocence to maturity.
The author of this quote speaks of the importance of imagination and the impact that, in turn it has on the surrounding world. As a person becomes more imaginative and creative in their lives, it also has great impact on their spirit and personality. In the novel Life of Pi by Yann Martel, the main character follows many different religions and by doing so has developed the imagination to believe that they are all true. Throughout the novel there are cases of people who fail to use their imagination, this gives them a life of disbelief and simplicity. The main character develops an alter ego in an animal form to justify his actions, which shows how people use their imagination to comfort their spirit.