As usual, we ran out of time in our discussion of Swift's "A Modest Proposal." Since many of you did not have a chance to share your final ideas on the essay, please take the time to respond to the questions below:
1. Swift's satire depends upon the audience sensing certain incongruities and finding the tone of the persona morally inappropriate. Discuss the moral assumptions that must be shared by Swift and his audience in order for the satire to be effective.
2. Diction is especially important in satire, and Swift is particularly skillful in choosing words loaded with strong feelings, associations, and even judgments. Find FIVE words that you find especially effective, and tell how they help Swift create his satire.
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Summer Reading Review
This summer you had the pleasure of reading a novel or play from the recommended list of titles in your AP Language acceptance letter. Since you must choose one more independent study novel to read this semester, you need feedback from your classmates assessing the novels they read. Out of five stars, how would you rate the book you read this summer (5=high, 1=low)? List the title you read, follow it with your rating, and explain why you would or would not recommend your choice to another reader. Your responses may be brief, but please be specific and edit your work!
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