To begin with, the author uses heavy informal language such as southern slang terms, and accents that may actually cause readers to not understand or grasp the meaning of the passages. O'Connor not only depicts a natural southern accent but she also allows the characters to maintain some aspect of intelligence, which allows the audience to focus on the meaning of the passage, rather than the overbearing burden of interpreting a rather "foreign language.... Thirdly, foreshadowing is also a key device which shows the readers the irony and satire of the entire poem. ...

• Word Count: 760
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

He creates a series of scenes, most of them parties and any gaps in the plot are effectively filled with brief passages of analysis and overview. ... One scene against the next are juxtaposed and as a result, key points of comparison are distinguished. ...

• Word Count: 756
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: Undergraduate