1) I often do read other colleagues work when I feel like I am unsure about an assignment. I actually do this a lot because I want to make sure I get the assignment finished and correct. This helps me make sure I have my blog updated and gives me an example for what I am supposed to be doing for my own blog to make it better.
2) I think it makes it easier to go back and look at the assignment over and over again as many times as I need it. I think this course would change because I would need more direction and may not get it all the time by the teacher and the other people in the class.
3) Posting my work for the public hasn't changed my approach on completing an assignment because I always want to be able to complete an assignment. My feeling on the course would change because I would feel like no one else cared about my blog.
4) I think it has because we don't go over the stories as much as using an actual book and collaborating with other people on the story. My learning happens when I am trying to research online for a certain assignment or story.
5) I think our experience is very on the edge because it's an extremely different way of learning and it gives us a chance to be more independent and makes us do more research and exploring into different learning techniques that we have never seen before and many other people haven't either.
6) I respond by saying it is very different what we're doing and can be very confusing at some times but it challenges me to see how hard I can try to complete something hard for me.
7) Their responses are important to me because I want them to see how hard I'm pushing myself to do the best job I can do and accomplish things I never thought I would accomplish.
Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Monday, December 10, 2012
LAQs #3 Adventures or Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain
GENERAL:
1) The plot of the story is about an adolescent orphan boy trying to help his friend Jim who is a runaway slave travel to the north to become a free man. It fulfills the authors purpose by showing when something is important to someone they can go through many difficult situations to achieve what they set out to do.
2) The theme is when you're faced with challenges in your life you can choose to overcome them by helping yourself and protecting the people you care about.
3) The tone of the story is adventurous and cleverness when they are faced with certain situations and they needed to find a new game plan for each one of their obstacles.
1- "Now, we'll start this band of robbers and call it Tom Sawyer's Gang. Everybody that wants to join has to go to take an oath, and write his name in blood."
2- " Huck stays up all night with a loaded gun aimed at his own father,"and how slow and still the time did drag along" until he escapes, a child who must fake his own death with pig's blood."
3- "It was one of these long, slanting two mile crossings; so I was a good long time in getting over."
4)
Setting: The author uses this to describe Jackson's Island where Jim and Huck stayed on during the trip. " I rose up, and there was Jackson's Island, about two mile and a half down stream, heavy-timbered and standing out of the middle of the river, big and dark and solid, like a steamboat without any lights." (pg. 46)
Imagery: the author uses this to describe the harsh conditions they had to undergo during their journey. "...yonder in the storm, hundreds of yards further than you could see before; dark as sin in a second, and now you'd hear the thunder let go with an awful crash, and then go rumbling, grumbling, down the sky towards the under side of the world, like rolling empty barrels downstairs" (pg. 59)
Symbolism: In my opinion I think the chains where a symbol of the hardest conflict Jim had to overcome throughout the whole book. " Then they come out and locked him up. I hoped they was going to say he could have one or two of the chains took off, because they was rotten heavy" (pg. 298)
Tragedy: The author uses tragedy to show how horrible it was when Jim's father died. " He ain't a-comin' back no mo', Huck." I says: "Why, Jim?" "Nemmine why, Huck- but he ain't comin' back no mo'."
Conflict: The author also uses conflict to show how their adventures always had an obstacle that they needed to overcome. " These uncles or yourn ain't no uncles at all; they're a couple of frauds- regular deadbeats. There, now we're over the worst of it, you can stand the rest middling east."
Syntax: The author uses this to show how Jim's speech was different from Huck's and was his own way of speaking. " What do dey stan' for? I'd gwyne to tell you. When I got all wore out wid work, en wid be callin' for you, en went to sleep, my heart wuz mos' broke bekase you wuz los', en I didn' k'yer no' mo' what became er me en' de raf'." (pg. 96)
Characterization: The author uses this a lot during the story to explain each character thoroughly. " His hair waddling an tangled and greasy, and hung down, and you could see his eyes shining through like he was behind vines." (pg. 29)
Suspense: The author uses this to explain in better detail the dangers they were faced with. " I couldn't see but a little ways, but I went poking along over rough ground for a quarter of a mile or more, and then I run across a big old fashioned double log house before I noticed it. I was going to rush by and get away, but a lot of dogs jumped out and went to howling and barking at me, and I knowed better than to move another peg. (pg. 106)
Irony: The author throws this in the story for a little bit of humor but still serious and it is ironic that after everything Jim would've been freed anyways. "And Aunt Polly she said Tom was right about old Miss Watson setting Jim free in her will ; and so, sure enough, Tom sawyer had gone and took all that trouble and bother to set a free slave free!" (pg. 302)
Foreshadowing: The author uses foreshadowing to show that Huck's dad was getting worse and he could see that if he didn't get away something bad would happen. " I never see a man look so wild in the eyes. Pretty soon he was all fagged out, and fell down panting; then he rolled over and over wonderful fast, kicking things in every which way, and striking and grabbing at the air with his hands, and screaming and saying there was a devils a-hold of him." (pg.39)
CHARACTERIZATION:
1) One example of direct characterization is when Jim tried to get his family back and would do anything for them. Another example of direct characterization is how Huck is a young teenager orphan who is trying to help Jim be free and escape meeting his father which is told to us during the story. The author uses indirect characterization when the Duke and King are frauds and thieves trying to get away with things and they didn't care if people got hurt. Another example of indirect characterization is when Huck's father treats his son badly and didn't care at all about him. The author uses the characters personalities to tell his story of their adventures.
3) Huck is a dynamic character and is also a round character throughout his experiences he faced and the moral choices he must make when they come across different situations.
4) I felt like I met a person because I felt like I experienced all the challenges with them. From beginning to end Huck tells the story as if he was telling me personally his story and there isn't just one textual example because it's throughout the book that I felt that way.
1) The plot of the story is about an adolescent orphan boy trying to help his friend Jim who is a runaway slave travel to the north to become a free man. It fulfills the authors purpose by showing when something is important to someone they can go through many difficult situations to achieve what they set out to do.
2) The theme is when you're faced with challenges in your life you can choose to overcome them by helping yourself and protecting the people you care about.
3) The tone of the story is adventurous and cleverness when they are faced with certain situations and they needed to find a new game plan for each one of their obstacles.
1- "Now, we'll start this band of robbers and call it Tom Sawyer's Gang. Everybody that wants to join has to go to take an oath, and write his name in blood."
2- " Huck stays up all night with a loaded gun aimed at his own father,"and how slow and still the time did drag along" until he escapes, a child who must fake his own death with pig's blood."
3- "It was one of these long, slanting two mile crossings; so I was a good long time in getting over."
4)
Setting: The author uses this to describe Jackson's Island where Jim and Huck stayed on during the trip. " I rose up, and there was Jackson's Island, about two mile and a half down stream, heavy-timbered and standing out of the middle of the river, big and dark and solid, like a steamboat without any lights." (pg. 46)
Imagery: the author uses this to describe the harsh conditions they had to undergo during their journey. "...yonder in the storm, hundreds of yards further than you could see before; dark as sin in a second, and now you'd hear the thunder let go with an awful crash, and then go rumbling, grumbling, down the sky towards the under side of the world, like rolling empty barrels downstairs" (pg. 59)
Symbolism: In my opinion I think the chains where a symbol of the hardest conflict Jim had to overcome throughout the whole book. " Then they come out and locked him up. I hoped they was going to say he could have one or two of the chains took off, because they was rotten heavy" (pg. 298)
Tragedy: The author uses tragedy to show how horrible it was when Jim's father died. " He ain't a-comin' back no mo', Huck." I says: "Why, Jim?" "Nemmine why, Huck- but he ain't comin' back no mo'."
Conflict: The author also uses conflict to show how their adventures always had an obstacle that they needed to overcome. " These uncles or yourn ain't no uncles at all; they're a couple of frauds- regular deadbeats. There, now we're over the worst of it, you can stand the rest middling east."
Syntax: The author uses this to show how Jim's speech was different from Huck's and was his own way of speaking. " What do dey stan' for? I'd gwyne to tell you. When I got all wore out wid work, en wid be callin' for you, en went to sleep, my heart wuz mos' broke bekase you wuz los', en I didn' k'yer no' mo' what became er me en' de raf'." (pg. 96)
Characterization: The author uses this a lot during the story to explain each character thoroughly. " His hair waddling an tangled and greasy, and hung down, and you could see his eyes shining through like he was behind vines." (pg. 29)
Suspense: The author uses this to explain in better detail the dangers they were faced with. " I couldn't see but a little ways, but I went poking along over rough ground for a quarter of a mile or more, and then I run across a big old fashioned double log house before I noticed it. I was going to rush by and get away, but a lot of dogs jumped out and went to howling and barking at me, and I knowed better than to move another peg. (pg. 106)
Irony: The author throws this in the story for a little bit of humor but still serious and it is ironic that after everything Jim would've been freed anyways. "And Aunt Polly she said Tom was right about old Miss Watson setting Jim free in her will ; and so, sure enough, Tom sawyer had gone and took all that trouble and bother to set a free slave free!" (pg. 302)
Foreshadowing: The author uses foreshadowing to show that Huck's dad was getting worse and he could see that if he didn't get away something bad would happen. " I never see a man look so wild in the eyes. Pretty soon he was all fagged out, and fell down panting; then he rolled over and over wonderful fast, kicking things in every which way, and striking and grabbing at the air with his hands, and screaming and saying there was a devils a-hold of him." (pg.39)
CHARACTERIZATION:
1) One example of direct characterization is when Jim tried to get his family back and would do anything for them. Another example of direct characterization is how Huck is a young teenager orphan who is trying to help Jim be free and escape meeting his father which is told to us during the story. The author uses indirect characterization when the Duke and King are frauds and thieves trying to get away with things and they didn't care if people got hurt. Another example of indirect characterization is when Huck's father treats his son badly and didn't care at all about him. The author uses the characters personalities to tell his story of their adventures.
3) Huck is a dynamic character and is also a round character throughout his experiences he faced and the moral choices he must make when they come across different situations.
4) I felt like I met a person because I felt like I experienced all the challenges with them. From beginning to end Huck tells the story as if he was telling me personally his story and there isn't just one textual example because it's throughout the book that I felt that way.
Sunday, December 9, 2012
LAQs #2 "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck
GENERAL:
1) This story is about a man and his simple-minded friend that he looks after and all they want is to live their dream of owning their own land together but instead they face problems that can't alway be fixed. The narrative shows the authors purpose by showing that it isn't always easy to fulfill a dream but when you have someone by your side it can make it much easier.
2) The theme of the novel is to know the importance of friendship and not to listen to what people say because if you do you wouldn't know the true meaning.
3) The tone of the story is compassionate.
1- "But I wouldn't eat none, George. I'd leave it all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I wouldn't touch none of it. "
2- "He won't do it," Lennie cried." George wouldn't do nothing like that. I been with George a long time. He'll come back tonight."
3- " Couldn't we maybe bring him in an' they'll lock him up? He's nuts, Slim. He never done this to be mean."
4)
Setting: This technique shows how hard it is to live to try and fulfill their dream.
" I ain't sure it's good water," he said. "looks kinda scummy." (pg. 3)
Imagery: The author uses this to show their surroundings of their living space.
" The red light dimmed on the coals. Up the hill from the river a coyote yammered, and the dog answered from the other side of the stream." (pg. 15)
Personification: The author uses this to show also how their surroundings were. " The sycamore leaves whispered in a little night breeze." (pg. 15)
Symbolism: This technique was used to show how Lennie was innocent an all he wanted was rabbits to care for. " Let's have different color rabbits, George. Furry ones, George like I seen in the fair in Sacramento." (pg. 15)
Tragedy: This technique was used to wrap up the story but also showed the message of the story after George dies. " Lennie jarred, and then settled slowly forward to the sand, and he lay without quivering." (pg. 102)
Conflict: The author uses this to show what Lennie had done and what his consequences would be. " Guess...we gotta tell the...guys. I guess we gotta get 'im an' lock 'im up an' be nice to 'im." (pg. 89)
Tone: The author uses this to show how Lennie cared for George and George cared for Lennie just as much. " Because... Because I got you to look after me, and You got me to look after you, and that's why." (pg. 13)
Characterization: The author uses this to show Lennie's character and how he is with George.
" I won't get in no trouble, George. I ant gonna say a word." (pg. 15)
Syntax: the author also used this technique to show how Lennie is slower mentally than George.
" I ain't done nothing, George. Slim says I better not pet them pups do much for a while. Slime says it ain't good for them; so I come right in. I been good, George." (pg.52)
Suspense: The author uses this technique to make us wonder what will happen after Lennie killed Curley's wife.
"Curley came suddenly to life. "I know who done it...." (pg. 92)
CHARACTERIZATION:
1) One example of direct characterization is when the author says that Lennie didn't know any better after hurting Curley's wife. Another example of direct characterization is when Lennie hurts the puppy he knew he would've gotten in trouble by George of he found out.
An example of indirect characterization is is when George finds out Lennie hurt Curley's wife he knew things wouldn't end well for him. Another example of indirect characterization is right before George shoots Lennie, Lennie has no idea what will happen to him but dies happy in the end. The way the author used the characterization of George and Lennie helped me understand how George was always trying to help Lennie because Lennie didn't always know better.
2) The author's syntax and diction does change when George is talking to when Lennie is talking and shows how Lennie isn't as smart and is more like a kid talking than when George talks and knows right from wrong.
3) The protagonist is a dynamic character because at the beginning of the story he want to own his own land and wants to do whatever it takes to make it with Lennie but at the end he realizes that the only way Lennie will be okay is if he lets him go peacefully without knowing what he did wrong. This makes him a round character because he changes through the story and realizes what's best for Lennie.
4) After I read the book I felt like I did come away knowing the characters and I understood what made George do what he had to do at the end of the story so Lennie could die happy.
" Lennie said. "I thought you was mad at me, George."
"No," said George. "No, Lennie. I ain't mad. I never been mad, an' I ain't now. That's a thing I want you to know."
1) This story is about a man and his simple-minded friend that he looks after and all they want is to live their dream of owning their own land together but instead they face problems that can't alway be fixed. The narrative shows the authors purpose by showing that it isn't always easy to fulfill a dream but when you have someone by your side it can make it much easier.
2) The theme of the novel is to know the importance of friendship and not to listen to what people say because if you do you wouldn't know the true meaning.
3) The tone of the story is compassionate.
1- "But I wouldn't eat none, George. I'd leave it all for you. You could cover your beans with it and I wouldn't touch none of it. "
2- "He won't do it," Lennie cried." George wouldn't do nothing like that. I been with George a long time. He'll come back tonight."
3- " Couldn't we maybe bring him in an' they'll lock him up? He's nuts, Slim. He never done this to be mean."
4)
Setting: This technique shows how hard it is to live to try and fulfill their dream.
" I ain't sure it's good water," he said. "looks kinda scummy." (pg. 3)
Imagery: The author uses this to show their surroundings of their living space.
" The red light dimmed on the coals. Up the hill from the river a coyote yammered, and the dog answered from the other side of the stream." (pg. 15)
Personification: The author uses this to show also how their surroundings were. " The sycamore leaves whispered in a little night breeze." (pg. 15)
Symbolism: This technique was used to show how Lennie was innocent an all he wanted was rabbits to care for. " Let's have different color rabbits, George. Furry ones, George like I seen in the fair in Sacramento." (pg. 15)
Tragedy: This technique was used to wrap up the story but also showed the message of the story after George dies. " Lennie jarred, and then settled slowly forward to the sand, and he lay without quivering." (pg. 102)
Conflict: The author uses this to show what Lennie had done and what his consequences would be. " Guess...we gotta tell the...guys. I guess we gotta get 'im an' lock 'im up an' be nice to 'im." (pg. 89)
Tone: The author uses this to show how Lennie cared for George and George cared for Lennie just as much. " Because... Because I got you to look after me, and You got me to look after you, and that's why." (pg. 13)
Characterization: The author uses this to show Lennie's character and how he is with George.
" I won't get in no trouble, George. I ant gonna say a word." (pg. 15)
Syntax: the author also used this technique to show how Lennie is slower mentally than George.
" I ain't done nothing, George. Slim says I better not pet them pups do much for a while. Slime says it ain't good for them; so I come right in. I been good, George." (pg.52)
Suspense: The author uses this technique to make us wonder what will happen after Lennie killed Curley's wife.
"Curley came suddenly to life. "I know who done it...." (pg. 92)
CHARACTERIZATION:
1) One example of direct characterization is when the author says that Lennie didn't know any better after hurting Curley's wife. Another example of direct characterization is when Lennie hurts the puppy he knew he would've gotten in trouble by George of he found out.
An example of indirect characterization is is when George finds out Lennie hurt Curley's wife he knew things wouldn't end well for him. Another example of indirect characterization is right before George shoots Lennie, Lennie has no idea what will happen to him but dies happy in the end. The way the author used the characterization of George and Lennie helped me understand how George was always trying to help Lennie because Lennie didn't always know better.
2) The author's syntax and diction does change when George is talking to when Lennie is talking and shows how Lennie isn't as smart and is more like a kid talking than when George talks and knows right from wrong.
3) The protagonist is a dynamic character because at the beginning of the story he want to own his own land and wants to do whatever it takes to make it with Lennie but at the end he realizes that the only way Lennie will be okay is if he lets him go peacefully without knowing what he did wrong. This makes him a round character because he changes through the story and realizes what's best for Lennie.
4) After I read the book I felt like I did come away knowing the characters and I understood what made George do what he had to do at the end of the story so Lennie could die happy.
" Lennie said. "I thought you was mad at me, George."
"No," said George. "No, Lennie. I ain't mad. I never been mad, an' I ain't now. That's a thing I want you to know."
Saturday, December 8, 2012
LAQ #1 "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck
GENERAL:
1) The story "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck is about a poor fisherman who's son is bitten my a poisonous scorpion. In the search to find a pearl to pay for a doctor he finds a magnificent pearl, greater than any other pearl. Kino hopes that the pearl with solve all his problems an give him great riches for his wife Juana and son Coyotito. Instead of happiness that they expect from the pearl they realize that it brings a great evil to their lives that they do not want.
2) The theme of "The Pearl" is to be grateful for what you have and not to let things that you think are great control what you know is right.
3) I think the tone of the book is calm and informative.
Ex 1: " The scorpion moved delicately down the rope toward the box. Under her breath Juana repeated an ancient magic to guard against such evil, and on top of that she muttered a Hail Mary between clenched teeth. "
Ex 2: " Only his eyes searched the darkness, and in the pale light of the moon that crept through the holes in the brush house Kino saw Juana arise silently from beside him. "
Ex 3: " He stood up then, silently; and crouched low, he threaded his way through the brush toward the road."
4)
-Imagery: The author uses this to describe the scorpions presence in the hut. "It stopped, and its tail rose up over its back in little jerks and the curved thorn on the tail's end glistened."(pg.5)
-Symbolism: This technique is used to show that the pearl was a symbol of evil brought to them. "Let us throw it back into the sea. It has brought evil. Kino, my husband, it will destroy us." (pg. 38)
-Setting: The setting at the end of the story helped me understand how harsh and dangerous the mountains were to climb.
"She looked up at Kino when he came back; she saw him examine her ankles, cut and scratched from the stones and brush, and she covered them quickly." (pg. 77)
-Suspense: The story shows a lot of suspense throughout the story but mostly at the end when they are followed by trackers looking for the pearl. "They were the trackers, they could follow the trail of bighorn sheep in the stone mountains. They were as sensitive as hounds." (pg. 73)
-Tragedy: The author uses this to show how much evil was brought to them by the pearl and how it impacted their lives in a horrible way. "The shawl was crusted with dried blood, and the bundle swayed a little as she walked." (pg. 88)
-Conflict: One of many conflicts in the story came when the trackers had caught up to them as they were on the mountain. "Far down the slope he could see the two trackers; they were little more than dots or scurrying ants and behind them a larger ant. Juana had turned to look at him and she saw his back stiffen." (pg. 80)
-Syntax: The authors syntax shows how Kino and his people refer to their culture and understanding it. "In his mind a new song ha come, the Song of Evil, the music of the enemy, and any foe of the family, a savage, secret,dangerous melody, and underneath, the Song of the Family cried plaintively." (pg.5)
-Characterization: The author uses characterization to show how Kino had changed to evil after finding the pearl. "It will destroy us all," Juana cried. "Even our son."
"Hush," said Kino. "Do not speak any more. " (pg. 39)
-Mood: The mood changes throughout the story and through some parts after seeing what the pearl brought to them they found it was scary and evil. "This thing is evil," she cried harshly. "This pearl is like a sin! It will destroy us," and her voice rose shrilly." (pg. 38)
-Foreshadowing: The author uses this to give us clues to what will happen next after they try to escape from the village and keep up thinking if they will get caught by trackers. "He was uneasy and nervous; he glanced over his shoulder; he lifted the big knife and felt its edge." (pg. 72)
CHARACTERIZATION:
1) One example of direct characterization is when the scorpion is in the box both Juana and Kino know the danger their baby is in.
Another example of direct characterization is when Kino finds the pearl. Everyone knows the riches that it will bring.
An example of indirect characterization is when Kino goes to sell the pearl the buyers don't show that they are interested in the pearl because they feel it is fake when they really know its value.
Another example of indirect characterization is when Kino and Juana and Coyotito are hiding in the cave and they are just waiting to see what will happen and if the trackers will end up finding them.
2) The author's syntax does change throughout the story when he talks about Kino's thoughts on the pearl and Juana's thoughts about the pearl. He does this by showing how strong Kino feels about the pearl and his hopes of the riches and positive elements it could bring to their lives. Juana however feels that the pearl is evil and will only destroy them and the author shows Juana always wanting to get rid of the pearl.
3) The protagonist of the story is partially a static character but also a dynamic character. Throughout the story his thoughts about the pearl stay the same to where he believes it is going to be a good change in their lives. Although, he changes right at the end and realizes that the pearl only brought bad and evil to their lives and realizes that he doesn't want the pearl. This shows that Kino is a round character and his thoughts and feelings are expressed throughout the story.
4) After reading the book I did feel like I came away knowing the main characters, Kino and Juana and I felt like I was with them throughout their journey with the pearl. ("And Kino heard the music of the pearl, distorted and insane. Kino's hand shook a little, and he turned slowly to Juana and held the pearl out to her she stood beside him, still holding her dead bundle over her shoulder." pg. 89) In the last part of the story I felt like I understood how much pain the pearl truly bought them.
1) The story "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck is about a poor fisherman who's son is bitten my a poisonous scorpion. In the search to find a pearl to pay for a doctor he finds a magnificent pearl, greater than any other pearl. Kino hopes that the pearl with solve all his problems an give him great riches for his wife Juana and son Coyotito. Instead of happiness that they expect from the pearl they realize that it brings a great evil to their lives that they do not want.
2) The theme of "The Pearl" is to be grateful for what you have and not to let things that you think are great control what you know is right.
3) I think the tone of the book is calm and informative.
Ex 1: " The scorpion moved delicately down the rope toward the box. Under her breath Juana repeated an ancient magic to guard against such evil, and on top of that she muttered a Hail Mary between clenched teeth. "
Ex 2: " Only his eyes searched the darkness, and in the pale light of the moon that crept through the holes in the brush house Kino saw Juana arise silently from beside him. "
Ex 3: " He stood up then, silently; and crouched low, he threaded his way through the brush toward the road."
4)
-Imagery: The author uses this to describe the scorpions presence in the hut. "It stopped, and its tail rose up over its back in little jerks and the curved thorn on the tail's end glistened."(pg.5)
-Symbolism: This technique is used to show that the pearl was a symbol of evil brought to them. "Let us throw it back into the sea. It has brought evil. Kino, my husband, it will destroy us." (pg. 38)
-Setting: The setting at the end of the story helped me understand how harsh and dangerous the mountains were to climb.
"She looked up at Kino when he came back; she saw him examine her ankles, cut and scratched from the stones and brush, and she covered them quickly." (pg. 77)
-Suspense: The story shows a lot of suspense throughout the story but mostly at the end when they are followed by trackers looking for the pearl. "They were the trackers, they could follow the trail of bighorn sheep in the stone mountains. They were as sensitive as hounds." (pg. 73)
-Tragedy: The author uses this to show how much evil was brought to them by the pearl and how it impacted their lives in a horrible way. "The shawl was crusted with dried blood, and the bundle swayed a little as she walked." (pg. 88)
-Conflict: One of many conflicts in the story came when the trackers had caught up to them as they were on the mountain. "Far down the slope he could see the two trackers; they were little more than dots or scurrying ants and behind them a larger ant. Juana had turned to look at him and she saw his back stiffen." (pg. 80)
-Syntax: The authors syntax shows how Kino and his people refer to their culture and understanding it. "In his mind a new song ha come, the Song of Evil, the music of the enemy, and any foe of the family, a savage, secret,dangerous melody, and underneath, the Song of the Family cried plaintively." (pg.5)
-Characterization: The author uses characterization to show how Kino had changed to evil after finding the pearl. "It will destroy us all," Juana cried. "Even our son."
"Hush," said Kino. "Do not speak any more. " (pg. 39)
-Mood: The mood changes throughout the story and through some parts after seeing what the pearl brought to them they found it was scary and evil. "This thing is evil," she cried harshly. "This pearl is like a sin! It will destroy us," and her voice rose shrilly." (pg. 38)
-Foreshadowing: The author uses this to give us clues to what will happen next after they try to escape from the village and keep up thinking if they will get caught by trackers. "He was uneasy and nervous; he glanced over his shoulder; he lifted the big knife and felt its edge." (pg. 72)
CHARACTERIZATION:
1) One example of direct characterization is when the scorpion is in the box both Juana and Kino know the danger their baby is in.
Another example of direct characterization is when Kino finds the pearl. Everyone knows the riches that it will bring.
An example of indirect characterization is when Kino goes to sell the pearl the buyers don't show that they are interested in the pearl because they feel it is fake when they really know its value.
Another example of indirect characterization is when Kino and Juana and Coyotito are hiding in the cave and they are just waiting to see what will happen and if the trackers will end up finding them.
2) The author's syntax does change throughout the story when he talks about Kino's thoughts on the pearl and Juana's thoughts about the pearl. He does this by showing how strong Kino feels about the pearl and his hopes of the riches and positive elements it could bring to their lives. Juana however feels that the pearl is evil and will only destroy them and the author shows Juana always wanting to get rid of the pearl.
3) The protagonist of the story is partially a static character but also a dynamic character. Throughout the story his thoughts about the pearl stay the same to where he believes it is going to be a good change in their lives. Although, he changes right at the end and realizes that the pearl only brought bad and evil to their lives and realizes that he doesn't want the pearl. This shows that Kino is a round character and his thoughts and feelings are expressed throughout the story.
4) After reading the book I did feel like I came away knowing the main characters, Kino and Juana and I felt like I was with them throughout their journey with the pearl. ("And Kino heard the music of the pearl, distorted and insane. Kino's hand shook a little, and he turned slowly to Juana and held the pearl out to her she stood beside him, still holding her dead bundle over her shoulder." pg. 89) In the last part of the story I felt like I understood how much pain the pearl truly bought them.
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