Paragraphs 5 - 9
1. Identify the following figures in paragraph 6:
a) Simile
b) Allusion
c) Personification
d) absolutes
e) Metonymy
2. Define Imperialism.
3. What function does paragraph 7 perform?
Paragraphs 14 - 19
1. According to this passage, what is the nature of a good story-teller? What do audiences usually want to hear that a good story-teller is sure to provide?
2. Even before the story begins, Marlow reflects upon the general character of his story characterizing. What does Marlow think about the story he is about to tell?
3. "An extended metaphor, also known as a conceit or megametaphor, is when an author exploits a single metaphor or analogy at length through multiple linked vehicles, tenors, and grounds." (Wiki) Identify one use of extended metaphor in this passage.
1. Identify the following figures in paragraph 6:
a) Simile
b) Allusion
c) Personification
d) absolutes
e) Metonymy
2. Define Imperialism.
3. What function does paragraph 7 perform?
Paragraphs 14 - 19
1. According to this passage, what is the nature of a good story-teller? What do audiences usually want to hear that a good story-teller is sure to provide?
2. Even before the story begins, Marlow reflects upon the general character of his story characterizing. What does Marlow think about the story he is about to tell?
3. "An extended metaphor, also known as a conceit or megametaphor, is when an author exploits a single metaphor or analogy at length through multiple linked vehicles, tenors, and grounds." (Wiki) Identify one use of extended metaphor in this passage.