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OpenStudy (anonymous):

What are 5 examples of diction in The Odyssey?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

First you need to know the definition of Diction. Choice and use of words in speech or writing. A way of speaking, usually assessed in terms of prevailing standards of pronunciation and elocution in a specific area. Accents, grammar, subject verb agreement all have to do with this subject.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

@Xnlovely I understand diction. My problem is I do not have the time to read it. This is all do in a few hours and I didn't know about it until an hour ago. I have a full worksheet to do.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

dang okay well just show me what u have to do

OpenStudy (anonymous):

List at least three examples of diction in the text that add to the overall tone. Explain how each word contributes to the emotional power of the piece. 1. List at least three examples of imagery in the text that add to the overall tone. Explain how each description contributes to the emotional power of the piece. List the examples of important details the author chose to include. Explain how these details contribute to the emotional power of the piece. List the examples of important details the author chose to omit. Explain how these missing details contribute to the emotional power of the piece. Analyze the author’s use of syntax in this text. Are the sentences long or short? Does the author use punctuation to slow down the pace, or short phrases to quicken it? Explain how the sentence structure contributes to the emotional power of the piece. Select a tone (or multiple tones) from the list of Tone Words. Explain why this tone is the best way to describe this text. This is everything I have to do.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

oh.. umm idk about all hat lol o.o

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