1. Oranges/Gary Soto critical analysis
Many writers draw upon their own memories or first time experiences as a theme when creating poems, dramas, short stories and even essays. Themes that a reader can relate to or that spark a memory of a similar experience are often enjoyed and are stimulating to the reader. ... (line 5) as a one-word sentence to give it emphasis. ... The description of how cold it is, "Frost crackling"/"Beneath my steps, my breath/Before me, then gone," (Lines 5-7) lets the reader know that the boy does not live in Florida or California where oranges grow, giving strength to the idea that the oranges the boy...
- Word Count: 1251
- Approx Pages: 5
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: High School