Marking Period Three

Explanation

• The task for this assignment was to create a literary seismograph, a technique used for close reading. First draw a triangle on the side that goes up we had to write a discussion worthy quote from the text in this case it was, The Lifeguard. On the side that goes down we had to write inferences, commentary, analysis, connections, and thoughtful questions based on the quote. On the bottom of the triangle we had to label the technique observed in the quote (imagery, metaphor, indirect characterization, etc.). Four triangles had to be drawn, each triangle differed in size to emphasize some quotes being more informative that others. 

• The objective of the assignment is to look further into the passage, The Lifeguard. By analyzing the passage we gain more insight into the story and all the literary techniques as the storyline was developed. 

• The overall unit focuses on analyzing passages and identifying literary techniques. These skills are important to know for the AP exam and were directly explored in this assignment. 

• This assignment introduced me to literary seismographs, a new technique that can be used analyze passages. 

Reflection

• This assignment showcases my strength in analyzing different quotes that contain imagery, imagery, similes, and indirect characterization. 

• The course heavily involves textual analysis this includes analyzing literary techniques. This assignment tackles the same skills needed throughout the course. Additionally the assignment acts as practice for the AP exam since the exam contains multiple choice questions on literary analysis and an essay section that involves analyzing passages for its literary techniques. 

• I appreciated this assignment because it introduced a new technique for literary analysis. 

• This assignment connects to the larger world as it brings into practice a very important skill. When writing papers it is important to be able to expand on ideas providing readers with a deeper interpretation.