1. Oranges/Gary Soto critical analysis
"The first time I walked/With a girl, I was twelve,/Cold, and weighted down/With two oranges in my jacket."... (line 5) as a one-word sentence to give it emphasis. It is important to note that the month is December, because the significance of having oranges in the winter is rare and or expensive. Although cold outside, the boy is not concerned about the cold, as his heart is warmed with the thought of his walk with the girl. ... "Light in her eyes, a smile/Starting at the corners/Of her mouth." ...
- Word Count: 1251
- Approx Pages: 5
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: High School