Passage W
Intro
-Thesis: John Reed uses imagery, tone, and diction to show the horrors of war.
Imagery
-John Reed's use of gruesome imagery shows how horrible war can be.
-"bandaged around the head"
-"arms in slings"
-"groaning heaps of arms and legs"
Diction
-John Reed's diction shows how terrible war can be.
-Use of words with negative connotations
-gash
-smoke
-sullenly
-suspiciously
Tone
-John Reed's development of a sombre tone also contributes to the horrors of war.
-tone developed through the imagery and diction
Conclusion
Thursday, April 30, 2009
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