The authors of these two novels convey this common theme through the use of literary elements such as setting, diction, and point of view. ... The use of diction in that quote, as well as the rest of the book, helps to convey the message that the monster is unfairly treated. ... The diction Lee uses during this closing statement moved not only the fictional jury, but the reader as well, making them reflect on themselves and their own unjust prejudices. ...

• Word Count: 690
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

By analyzing the purpose, structure, and diction of King's speech we may achieve a better understanding of the black movement, and the harsh reality of the times. ... King has a sly underlying significance in his diction. ... With this persuasion comes polished diction. ...

• Word Count: 788
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

Although this poem is easy to read, as Hughes intended it to be along with most of his other poems, it is necessary to look at elements of poetry such as diction, setting and situation, speaker, rhythm, and tone in order to understand the themes presented in the poem. ... The tempo of the poem and the diction also show that self-understanding can be a long, confusing process. ...

• Word Count: 1151
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Wheatley's Redemption "On Being Brought from Africa to America," by Phyllis Wheatley is a poem about slavery. For Wheatley, slavery is a positive experience because it has brought her closer to God's mercy. Living as a slave in early America, much of her poetry is about her relationship ...

• Word Count: 534
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

In Langston Hughes, "Theme For English B," I intend to argue that the character throughout the poem is trying to find identity and purpose, and this is done through symbolism, imagery, and diction. ... " Quickly making the abrupt statement as if this is expected and should come as no surprise to the reader, this is a good use of diction, very sure and confident words telling the reader this is how it is and and to society how its supposed to be and the blatancy of his words only tells us there is no hope. ...

• Word Count: 1440
• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School

To be a womanist is to have or express a belief in, or have a respect for women and their talents and abilities beyond the boundaries of race and class. A womanist should not be confused with the term feminist. A feminist is a belief in social, political, and economic equality of the sexes and in ...

• Word Count: 910
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

If you don't, the title may not be suitable because it is not interesting enough. (2) The style is colloquial because they use diction that is used in the setting and the slang the blacks use. ...

• Word Count: 808
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

His word choice, diction, and fluidity of speech were beautiful and helped capture his sincere feelings and express them towards the large crowd who was being blindsided with this publication of news. ...

• Word Count: 858
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

People look at society and think there is no way segregation existed between African Americans and Caucasians. Periodically, young adolescents hear older African Americans telling them about what their ancestors experienced and what some of them witnessed within the African American culture. In "Cha...

• Word Count: 790
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

Harlem Renaissance From 1920 until about 1930 an unprecedented outburst of creative activity among African Americans occurred in all literary discussions in the lower Manhattan and upper Manhattan sections of New York City, this African American cultural movement became known as "The Negro Move...

• Word Count: 1300
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Throughout American history, the Southern region has been a place where prejudice against black people was a common occurrence. In the novel, "To Kill a Mockingbird ", prejudice is portrayed heavily during Tom Robinson's trial. As the trial comes to an end, Atticus gives a closing argument to conclu...

• Word Count: 953
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

The traditions of a society are a significant representation of the history, faith, and language of the group. However, allowing tradition to blindly influence human relationships and interactions can be harmful. Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery" depicts the consequences that relate to society's quest...

• Word Count: 1232
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Ironically the black entertainers made themselves up in black face, unperfected their diction and speech and played the characters that denigrated their own image in the real world (Ethnic Notions). ...

• Word Count: 1938
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

Ellison describes the coin bank as being a "piece of early Americana," a great use of diction to frame the historical context of the prejudices and struggles faced by African Americans from slavery and how they are still perceived. ...

• Word Count: 1967
• Approx Pages: 8